My Favorite book Opinion Writing freebie

Read Across America Week is a great time to get students talking about their favorite books. This week is a great opportunity to build their love for reading AND improve their writing skills. Writing about something they enjoy will make the activity more engaging and enjoyable.

What I like about Read Across America is it’s also a great time to amplify diverse voices using literature. I get to read enjoyable books.

My Favorite Book Writing Activity

Here is a fun and easy writing activity for kindergarten and first-grade students to write about their favorite book.

Step 1: Choose a favorite book

Ask students to think about their favorite book. If they can’t think of one, encourage them to visit the school library or books you read aloud.

Step 2: Talk about the book to a peer

Encourage the students to talk about the book to a peer. Talking will help them remember the details and the plot and give them ideas for what to write.

Step 3: Use a Graphic Organizer

Ask the students to create a list of adjectives to describe why they love the book. They can do this by drawing pictures or writing short sentences about the characters, the setting, the problem, and the story’s solution.

Step 4: Write a summary

Older students may be able to write a summary of the book. The summary should include the title, author, and a brief description of why they like the book.

Younger students can write about their favorite part or a simple sentence saying they like the book.

Step 5: Write a personal response

After writing the summary, ask the students to write about why they like the book. This could be because of the characters and events that make the story likable.

Step 6: Draw a picture

Finally, ask the students to draw a picture of their favorite part of the book or their favorite character. Drawing will allow them to use their creativity and add visual interest to their writing.

Step 7: Share

Provide them for students to share their favorite books with the class. I like to have them share during morning meetings and allow their classmates to ask questions about the book.

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This activity is a great way to encourage young students to read, write, and express their thoughts and opinions. By writing about their favorite books, they will develop a deeper appreciation for literature and improve their writing skills. Additionally, sharing their work with others will help build their confidence and pride in their accomplishments.