Extra credit by andrew clements flashcards quizlet. I cant even imagine what it was like before the fcra gave everyone. This activity could be even more fun if two students read the same book. Once done reading the book, write up a brief summary of it no more than one paragraph of summary, and for the rest of the paper analysis should be done in areas similar to what is requested for the film. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or. Extra credit cannot be awarded for assertive discipline rewards, school spiritfund. Since we did not have time to get to chapter 6 in our science book, you will need to complete the science experiment on page 169 and the scientific method with a display for extra credit. I hope that these display banners help save you time in decorating your classroom bulletin. Extra credit fun book report up to 30 points choose one of the books you have read this trimester and complete one of the following options. A school may reproduce copies of the pages in this book for use in its.
Come and share in our weareteachers helpline group on facebook. After teaching a pbl course for a few years that uses group work almost exclusively, ive had to learn how to monitor. History timeline our wallchart at the end of the year. Extra credit worksheets and literature unit by andrew clements grades 47 daily reading journal go beyond a simple book report. Your typed report should be turned in to me, in hard copy, by december 11 at 5. Biography project biography books social studies book reading projects extra credit january 6 english writing project based learning middle school science biography report template this reproducible. Thats why we created a list of 105 sample report card comments to help you find ideas, inspiration, and insights while writing your own assessments. The following page provides links to a series of online national archive activities that can be done as extra credit. Read on to find creative ideas for endof year assignments and activities that will get your students remembering all of the great things they accomplished in the last nine months, and looking forward to exciting days ahead. Students may only complete extra credit assignments when all regularly given.
Spice up those old book reports with some new, creative ideas. I allow the kids to do an extra project to go with the current genre we are studying. Information and instructions on how to turn in an extra credit book project. Printable extra credit questions for your final exams. To ask other readers questions about extra credit, please sign up. Ideas for all year the homework dilemma first year teachers dont forget the. Extra has the hottest celebrity and entertainment news, photos, gossip, scandals, videos, games, music, movies, television, star sightings and more. Do your students grumble every time you mention the words book reports. Ten great creative book report ideas minds in bloom. Abby will write to a pen pal in afghanistan and then present a report to the class.
These will work for almost any book and are especially good when students are reading independent book selections. Select a picture from the mysteries of harris burdick and type a mystery to go along with it. Extra credit is an amazing story of friendship, cultural curiosity and tolerance, beautifully and sensibly written. When requesting a credit report by mail, equifax indicates that you should. The finished dog book report measures 20 x 12 inches. See the progress your students make while they are reading. Our district is allowing extra credit this year and i have always been totally opposed to offering extra credit. There are many, many great ways for students to respond to literature. But when abbys first letter arrives at a small school in afghanistan, complications arise. Have your students make a list of other books they have enjoyed that celebrate friendship, and share these lists with the class. This dog book report project contains 4 worksheets with templates that assemble into the shape of a dog.
Fresh ideas for creative book reports education world. This website, donates 10 grains of rice for every correct answer given on their multiple choi. Use this book to supplement a unit on friendship, diversity, or the middle east. Writing a book report book reports can take on many different forms. These ideas are worth extra credit, and my focus this year is on what the students can teach me and the rest of their. This memory lap book will quickly become your kids favorite end of the year activity. A basic summary of the book is that abby is a 6th grader who goes to school in illinois. Im not going to go searching each day to see if anyone turned in their extra credit.
The two main characters, abby and sadeed, are both students, but they are very. And consequently, abby will have to repeat sixth grade unless she meets some specific conditions, including taking on an extra credit project. A teachers time is valuable, so all of my book report projects include a 5 page bulletin board display banner. A very unique, creative, thoughtful, and timely book dealing with realistic fiction in the. What were the four steps of the extra credit assignment. Include a picture drawn or printed of the book cover that is about 5 tall and 4 wide. Written by a former debt collector, this credit repair book covers many aspects of credit restoration, including how to legally remove any adverse credit from a consumer credit report, how to negotiate. Extra credit by andrew clements, mark elliott, paperback. This reading guide for extra credit, a story of two characters who cross a huge cultural divide and a.
Extra credit book report wappingers central school district. I am a junior in high school and i am taking american history. This is a cute idea for extra credit to go along with your animal book report. No matter what reason you have for offering extra credit ideas this year, take a. This is an extremely popular, easy, no prep for you extra credit assignment for english class and math, science, if you edit. These discussions have led to extra credit, which explores what an. Now is the time to celebrate achievements and reflect on the memories of all thats happened. Our district is allowing extra credit this year and i have always been. These projects are perfect as extra credit opportunities for those kids who dont do their homework regularly or are missing classwork. Here are 22 creative book report ideas designed to make reading.
So, sadeeds sister will dictate and sign the letters for him. Extra credit reading group guide for grades 37 teachervision. This is for students who do their assignments on time and are wanting to bump their grade to the next grade level. These 10 creative book report ideas will spice things up for the better. I am allowed to choose any type of extra credit meaning, and it does not have to relate to the course, but probably should.
Book report with extra credit a book report where the two double strokes diddles are triple strokes instead. Report card comments and phrases memorial day printables and resources themed. How to get more than one free credit report per year the. I hope that these display banners help save you time in decorating your classroom bulletin board displays that feature your students book report projects the majority of my book report projects also contain thematic bulletin board accent pieces. You can earn up to 30 points of extra credit by reading a book on reserve in the library and completing an assignment. Published june 23rd 2009 by atheneum books for young readers first. I understand that there are many demands placed on students these days family expectations, academic responsibilities, work.
Extra credit is a way to gain points, particularly used in schools. Have your students research a current event and write a report on it. A quick web search will reveal that there are many ideas out there for creative book reports, but they are not all good ideas. This reading guide for extra credit, a story of two characters who cross a huge cultural divide and a minefield of different lifestyles and traditions, includes a synopsis of the book, discussion topics for your class, research ideas, and activities to extend pupils learning. They write from scratch according to your instructions. Every teacher must maintain hisher online grade book personally. This reading guide for extra credit includes a synopsis of the book, discussion topics, research ideas, and extension activities.
These will work for almost any book and are especially good when students are reading. In grades 612, the district shall report grades to the parents as numerical grades. Book report with extra credit hybrid rudiments ninja. If she does not do all her homework, get at least a b on all her tests and quizzes and complete an extracredit project, she will. Reflective journal writing students reflectively journal their thoughts on the lesson, on life, or ideas they have about a subject this can be used across subject matter. Your students will love reflecting on the year, writing encouraging notes to one. It has a number for all subjects, and each number has two parts. Free extra credit worksheets and literature unit for.
Your students will love reflecting on the year, writing encouraging notes to one another, and collecting autographs. Its a captivating story with a positive and deep message that is specially relevant for todays. Extra credit is a book that celebrates the power of friendship. And consequently, abby will have to repeat sixth grade unless she meets some specific conditions. This reading guide for extra credit, a story of two characters who cross a huge cultural divide and a minefield of different lifestyles and traditions, includes a synopsis of the book, discussion topics for. Education world presents 25 ideas for you to use or adapt. Extra credit ideas please keep in mind that the point values below are the maximum not the minimum you can receive for the extra credit. The fair credit reporting act grants you the right to get a copy of your consumer credit report every year, absolutely free. This book report project is a lowtech version of a television made from a cereal box and two paper towel rolls. Three types of effective book reports are plot summaries, character analyses, and theme analyses.