Lesson 77: Share your favorite book

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Objective

Get ready to share a favorite book by telling the title, what it is about, who the main characters are, and one reason you like it.

Materials

Mini-lesson — How to share a favorite book

When you share a favorite book, you help other people decide if they might want to read it too.

You do not have to tell the whole story. You just give a little "book talk."

In a book talk, you can say:

  • the title of the book
  • the author (who wrote it), if you know it
  • who the main characters are
  • what the book is about (but do not give away every surprise)
  • one reason you like it

You can use these frames:

  • "My favorite book is called…"
  • "It is about…"
  • "My favorite part is…"
  • "I think you would like it if you enjoy…"

Today, you will choose one favorite book and get ready to share it with a partner, family member, or class.

Picture strip: From book to "book talk"

Guided Practice — Mini-book: Getting ready to share

How to use this mini-book:

  • Read how one child gets ready to share his favorite book.
  • Notice what he decides to say about the book.
  • Use the same steps to plan your own "book share."

On your paper, make a simple "My favorite book" card: title, what it is about, favorite part, and why you think others will like it.

Book talk words
title author favorite character about I like it because…

Frames: "My favorite book is called…" "It is about…" "I like it because…"

Mini-Book: Getting ready to share my book

1

Picking the book

Leo looks at his bookshelf and smiles.

He picks up a book called The Little Blue Boat.

"This is my favorite book," he says. "I want to share it."

2

Thinking about what it is about

Leo thinks, "What is this book about?"

He whispers, "It is about a small boat that is scared of big waves but learns to be brave."

He decides to say that when he shares.

3

Choosing a favorite part

Next, Leo thinks about his favorite part.

He likes when the little blue boat helps another boat in a storm.

He plans to say, "My favorite part is when the boat is brave and helps a friend."

4

Sharing with a friend

Leo practices with his mom first.

He tells the title, what the book is about, and why he likes it.

Now it is your turn to pick a book and get ready to share it too.

Reading Practice — Planning what to say about a book

Read each situation. Drag the best sentence to show how to talk about a favorite book. Chips stay in their own question. Then press "Check sentences."

You are getting ready to share your favorite book with the class.
A good way to begin is:

My favorite book is called ____. I will say the title first. I will talk about a random toy instead of the book. I will start by saying I do not remember the book.

Your teacher says, "Tell us what the book is about."
The best response is:

I will tell a short sentence about what the book is about. I will try to read every single page out loud. I will just say, "I forgot," even if I remember.

You want your friends to know why this book is special to you.
A helpful idea is to say:

I like this book because ____, and I will share that reason. I do not need any reason. I will not explain anything. I will only say, "It is good," and nothing more.

You remember the ending has a big surprise.
When sharing, a smart choice is:

I will not tell every surprise ending so my friends can enjoy reading it. I will tell every detail so there is no reason to read the book. I will make up a different ending that is not in the book.

The story has two main characters: a boy and his grandpa.
To help others understand the book, you should:

I will name the main character or characters when I talk about the book. I will pretend there are no people in the book at all. I will only talk about characters from another book.

You finish your book talk and want to invite others to think about the book.
A friendly way to end is:

I can end with a question like, “Would you like to read this book too?” I will just walk away without saying anything. I will say, “You may not read this book ever.”

After you share, your classmates share their favorite books.
A kind and respectful choice is:

I will listen kindly when others share their favorite books too. I will talk loudly over everyone. I will say that only my book is good.

You feel a little shy about talking in front of the class.
A helpful plan is:

I can practice my book talk with someone at home before I share with a group. I will not think about it until the last second. I will decide not to bring a book at all.

You worry you might forget what to say.
To help yourself, you can:

I can use frames like, “My favorite book is… It is about… I like it because…” I can say random words that do not make sense. I can decide not to speak at all.

When you "share your favorite book," the most important thing is to .

tell others the title, what the book is about, and one reason I like it keep the book a secret and never talk about it only talk about things that are not in the book

Quick Check — Share your favorite book

What is a simple way to start sharing your favorite book?

What should you tell about your book?

Why is it good to not tell every surprise ending?

How can you show respect when others share their favorite books?

Which sentence is true about sharing a favorite book?

Assessment (parent/teacher)

Exit ticket (student)

I will practice…

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