Book Report Alternatives that Sizzle

Does your child struggle with writing? Do they LOVE to read books but are tired of the stale book report format? There are tons of ways to demonstrate comprehension and understanding. You and your child are not limited to the time-tested, time-worn written report! When I was in school we were required to write dreadfully dull book reports. The papers had a prescribed format, including where to write your name, class and teacher's name. To deviate from this raised a red flag that you had not properly understood the book. Nonsense! Some books make you want to sing. Some books play like a movie in your brain. Some books lead you to create art. Why should we limit our kids to one way of responding to reading? Explore these fresh ideas!