Sarah kettle, creative copywriter with puffin explains how to write a blurb read a manuscript, note down words and quotes with instant appeal, atmosphere, an air of mystery, a sense of character, a sense of place and put the all together in a coherent and exciting way. The field of geography has unique citation requirements because of the common use of maps, charts, graphs and other nontext sources. Some of the worksheets displayed are work 1 series and story blurb development, novels pre reading activities plan 1, learning about writing a news report, lesson plan, myshakespeares romeo and juliet, naplan persuasive text sample work secondary, writing learning objectives, table of contents introduction the appeal of. Ensure the tone of the blurb matches that of the book. As an amazon associate, booksfortopics earns from qualifying purchases. So that whoever picks up the book reads the blurb and thinks i must. Master the blurb and youll join the ranks of true marketing pros. When defining a blurb its important to distinguish between a description blurb. Ppt what is a book blurb powerpoint presentation free. Write a report about the roman invasion of britain. It is about a caterpillar that is really hungry and all the things. Newspaper article writing ks2 geography i help to study. I strongly recommend her to anyone who wants great service and delivered on time.
This short video is brought to you by publishnation. Shackletons journey history, geography and science in an antarctic expedition teachwire teaching resource. Write several blurbs and combine the best features. You can also enjoy this product as part of a larger bundle called childrens book writing project unit and bundle on the spedguru webpage. Smartboard, projector, and class computer smartboard charts. Writing a mystery story ks2 geography i help to study. Browse book blurbs resources on teachers pay teachers, a marketplace trusted by millions of teachers for original educational resources. Lots of bookish resources to help you celebrate world book day in your english class. Besides, you have loads to offer, and writing like yourself will only make your words more authentic and impactful.
Youve probably seen a summary beforetheyre the short blurbs on the backs of books. For example you could write a letter as tracy beaker from jacqueline wilsons book to the prime minister asking him to do something about foster homes or to the local police asking them to help her find her mum. Grade 5 lesson on blurbsadapt by using whatever book your. Character traits are the individual characteristics and qualities that make characters from books, stories, movies, plays, and other art forms come to life for readers use the following list of character traits as a guideline when writing book reports and essays about the different characters youve read about. This article gives you simple steps to follow to write a book blurb, and gives examples of both fiction and nonfiction back cover blurbs.
Once their ideas are in place, students write the blurb for their new masterpiece. If youd like for me to read the entire book instead of just. The howto of writing the perfect blurb for your book or novel is a cocktail of creating suspense while revealing the main characters or conflict. The occult art of the poetry book blurb rachael mead. Many authors write the book blurb as an afterthought. Once your title and cover have drawn the reader in, the blurb is what is going to make the difference between a missed opportunity and a sale. How to write a blurb for your nonfiction book blurb blog. Newspaper article writing ks2 geography on eleventh march 2011 an earthquake from the new england of japan registered 8.
Write a summary of your book if not done already, then shorten it down to its essence. You pick up a book because the cover or title looks interesting. How to write a blurb definition, examples, and more. Our department has created a functional writing and research guide designed to help you better communicate your theses in your academic assignments. They will begin by generating ideas in groups before planning and writing their story, and final. It entices the reader to read a book by promising twists and turns but without giving away the ending. In reception, a book report might simply be a drawing inspired by the book, perhaps with a simple sentence written underneath. Ask the class if they know why blurbs are written for book covers. Dive into the world of the amazonian rainforest with rainforest calling, a twinkl original for key stage 2 set in brazil under the leaves.
Students will consider the themes of the book and integrate at least one in their blurb. Writing a blurb the blurb is the writing on the back of a book. A frame for children to write the blurb for their own autobiographies, including invented quotations and endorsements. Create the characters, structure, setting and themes for a new book with this creative worksheet. The magic finger roald dahl teaching resource for ks2 unit. I reduced the details of the chapter to just main points. Blurbs are brief summaries of what a reader will find on the other end of a hyperlink. Writing a short book blurb is not only fun, but great practice for writing promotional copy of any kind. Before writing your back book blurb, choose 35 of the bestselling books in your genre and make a note of stylistic similarities. The next thing you do is read the back blurb, or if you are online, you read the first excerpt which is usually the same thing. World book day teaching resources teachit english ks3 5. A free powerpoint ppt presentation displayed as a flash slide show on id. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Fail to engage your target readers in that sense, a good blurb is anything but subjective. Great ideas to write a blurb that works for your book. Write a class river poem, write postcards home as james flying on his giant peach or write a story based around your schools own harry potter style marauders map. Website prepare for the new academic year with this document full of resources, activities and lesson plans aligned to each objective of the primary english curriculum for. Print one childrens book at a time or print in volume with offset for deeper discounts and a lower per unit cost. Writing it out fortunately for the fiction writers out there, writing a book blurb for a memoir is incredibly similar to writing a description for a fictional story.
Then ensure you incorporate them into your back book jacket blurb. Writing a book blurb is harder than you think, and is an excellent way of getting yourself noticed. This easytouse template breaks the process into four easy steps. This template will help students write book blurbs for the back of books.
Book reports tend to be more commonly assigned in key stage 2 than in key stage 1, and it goes without saying that they will become longer and more in depth as your child progresses through primary school. Work by convincing readers to take a chance on it, or. A book blurb should be a fair representation of the style of the book. The earthquake triggered an enormous tsunami, which hit the northern port of sendai, killing lots of people and departing a lot more unaccounted for. The following list contains 50 short chapter books and more advanced picture books to appeal to children aged 78 in lower key stage 2 of uk primary schools. Make sure you supply me with a general synopsis as well.
The blurb that appears on the back cover of your book, and on your amazon page, will either. I used at least three times and sequencing connectives e. In a nonfiction book, you are selling your knowledge, your writing, and yourself, so if the blurb doesnt represent the typical language you use in your book, the reader will feel a disconnect. The spark of a story can come from anything an overheard conversation, a painting, finding an abandoned hat on a park bench whatever catches your imagination. A highquality geography education should inspire in pupils a curiosity and fascination about the world and its people that will remain with them for the rest of their lives. Introduce the situation and characters in the case of a memoir, you are likely to be the main character. Mar 02, 2016 great ideas to write a blurb that works for your book. How to write a killer blurb that convinces readers to buy your book. Before jumping into the blurb, a lot of authors count on the sentence trio to create impact and generate interest for their target readers. Blurbs are short descriptions that promote things such as movies, books, or other projects. Kensukes kingdom is one of michael morpurgos most popular books.
A useful worksheet to help your children understand book blurbs and help them write their own. Writing spy fiction with an unputdownable plot when youre writing spy fiction you have one overriding goal. This seller helpt me by reading my poetry book and writing a great and accurate book blurb and praise. Creating a book blurb, while still technically writing, is closer to a science than an art. You should have the following goals and ideas in mind. Grade 5 lesson on blurbsadapt by using whatever book. May 25, 2004 once drafted, the blurbs could be written on card to stand beside each book and be decorated in the style of each novel. The best childrens authors, poets, illustrators, storytellers and performers are just a phonecall away from your next book event. Children to draw a diagram of the journey of a river, with the following features labelled. In that sense, a good blurb is anything but subjective. Sell your selfpublished childrens book or ebook on your own website and on social media through blurb, or sell through amazon. Geography key stages 1 and 2 2 attainment targets by the end of each key stage, pupils are expected to know, apply and understand the matters, skills and processes specified in. The person who came up with the word blurb called it a flamboyant advertisement.
Im more than happy with the quality of her work and her professional attitude. We get so caught up in delivering an enthralling story or a big idea. Youll also find some useful links to websites with further information. Books for year 3 looking for a great book for the classroom, the school library or your childs collection. Jun 11, 20 sarah kettle, creative copywriter with puffin explains how to write a blurb read a manuscript, note down words and quotes with instant appeal, atmosphere, an air of mystery, a sense of character, a sense of place and put the all together in a coherent and exciting way. Like the sound of the book based on the blurb on the back what is a blurb. How to write the perfect blurb examples, formula, opening. Certificates and awards ks2 maths displays ks2 maths tests and assessments science life processes and living things earth and space physical processes science investigation materials and their properties science displays science assessments writing frames and activity sheets powerpoints signs and labels knowledge organisers certificates and awards subjects history geography computing pe ks2 lessons. Teaching resources, templates, activities, games and teaching ideas for reception, year 1 and year two classes. Use imageladen words, those powerful words that speak to readers of the books genre. Showing top 8 worksheets in the category writing blurbs. Writing a blurb at ks2 by jessica borges vaz on prezi.
Blurbs sell shows with concise, compelling, and practical writing. But, if you have caught a potential readers attention, the blurb is what will sell your bookand convert readers. Its safe to say that a wellwritten blurb is absolutely essential to your poetry book s overall success and reputation. This fantastic work of fiction, written for key stage 2 and centred around a rainforests topic, is perfect for your next class novel or as a hook for your ks2 geography topic. Aug 08, 2009 examples of blurbs to share in your primary classroom. The occult art of the poetry book blurb on taking up writing it had not once occurred to me that one of the tasks of being a writer might be to come up with those concise, quippy phrases on the covers of books.
Successful arts marketing blurbs contain three key elements. But, if you have caught a potential readers attention, the blurb is what will sell your book and convert readers. In judy clarks book topic she suggests using morpurgos tale of a boy who spies a bottlenose whale in the thames as the centrepiece of your next key stage 2 storybook curriculum. All you have to do is provide me with some information and i will write one undeniably catchy blurb. Books by roald dahl early years and ks1 english resources. Year 6 english curriculum planning, worksheets and resources. Ideal for sharing with a whole class or as a guided reading text, rainforest. When writing a novel, there are few selling tools as important as a solidly written book blurb. Cross curricular literacy geography a set of teaching ideas and tips for writing activities using geography themed story books as a starting point. There are loads of writing opportunities, from environmental information pamphlets, persuasive letters and news reports. Theres no greater compliment to the spy thriller author than for their readers to say i couldnt put it down.
You have one shot at introducing your story to your reader make it count. Writing a mystery story involves you using your imagination to draw readers into a world of your invention. Students will write a blurb for home of the brave, following the guidelines and suggestions offered by the teacher or arising out of class discussions. The magic finger by roald dahl lesson by lesson unit overview, 77 slide editable powerpoint based teaching unit and 15 accompanying worksheets. Once drafted, the blurbs could be written on card to stand beside each book and be decorated in the style of each novel. Have a look at our long list of activities and ideas for working with this classic book. They often use three full stops at their ends an ellipsis to leave the reader asking questions. Books for year 3 pupils aged 78 in ks2 school reading list. Quality texts for different topics, year groups and special events.
Examples of blurbs to share in your primary classroom. It aims to get the reader interested in buying or reading the book. On back covers of books there is usually a summary which attempts to get the reader interested. These ks2 story writing lessons based on david almonds skellig will inspire your year 6 children to write their own prequel or sequel to the book. How to write a killer blurb that convinces readers to buy your book the book blurb is your sales pitch. Ks35 teaching resources to bring the world of literature and books alive. Write a letter as a character in the book to another character in the book, a new invented character or a reallife character. Ks2 geography learning resources for adults, children, parents and teachers organised by topic. Looking at and writing blurbs final project for the readaloud of home of the brave katherine applegate teacher materials.
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