1. Choose a mystery novel.
Your chosen novel must be on the eighth grade reading level or higher. A signed permission slip must accompany your book.
Book Check:______9/29/09_____________
2. Keep a Detective’s Notebook
Using your list of mystery terms, create a notebook where you can keep track of the mystery elements in your novel. Be sure to leave space between terms so that you can put as much information as possible in your notebook. Your notebook is an actual assignment that must be turned in so be sure to keep it neat!
A character sketch is not an actual drawing or sketch, but a writing assignment that describes a central character from your mystery novel in detail. Instructions for the character sketch will be given during week #3 of the mystery project.
Rough draft due: ______10/23/09______
Final draft due: __10/27/09____________
Extra Credit: Book Recommendation***** Due 10/30/09
Write a recommendation for your chosen mystery novel. Include the following in your recommendation: title, author, genre, plot description (don’t give away the ending!), favorite character, and favorite quote. ****Only those who complete this entire project are eligible for the extra credit!******
*****If you’ve forgotten your permission slip at school , copy and paste this one into a word document and print it so you can meet your deadline!************
Independent Book Project Permission Slip
My child _____________________________ has my permission to read _______________________________ by ________________________for the _____________________ Independent Book Project. I have read and understand the project sheet and my students responsibilities associated with this project.
______________________________________ _______________
Parent/ Guardian Signature Date
_______________________________________ _______________
Student Signature Date
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