Name:______________________________________ Date:___________________________
Middle School Outline Template for
Book Report
This template will map out the information you need to include in your book report. As you read
the book, fill in the sections for this template. You will receive a grade for this template and
for the report (see points next to each item). When you go to write your book report, be sure to
include the information completed on the following pages. The final report must be typed and
double spaced. Be sure to hand into your Reading teacher both this template and the book
report when you return to school.
Introductory paragraph - What is the name and author of the book on which you are
choosing to write? (2 pts.)
Book title :_________________________________________________________________
Author: ___________________________________________________________________
Write at least 3 facts about the author (Where is he/she from? What kinds of books does
he/she write? About what topics does he/she write?) (3 pts.)
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2nd paragraph
Write 1-2 sentences that give a brief summary of the book (ex: Loser is the story of Donald
Zinkoff, a student who struggles to stand strong even though he is constantly teased by his
classmates.
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