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Reading goes beyond taking in information—it also involves forming impressions about what we read. Sometimes we share those impressions through book reviews, a specific type of writing outlined in a handout on the topic. Using the handout, which is part of a larger series of resources, writers examine good and bad examples of reviews, as well as key components to include in their own pieces.
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Instructional Ideas
- Share a sample literary review from a student or professional and identify the components discussed in the handout
- Teach annotation strategies to use while reading to make the process of writing the review easier
Classroom Considerations
- Differentiates between book reviews and literature reviews
- The handout focuses largely on informational texts
Pros
- Breaks down the review writing process into a series of questions
- Contains hyperlinks to professional reviews for further reading
Cons
- A little disorganized and difficult