The book report is turning into a plot summary

banyan_compass_338114 Oct 2026

My child was asked to write about a book and produced three pages recounting every event. The personal response is only one line at the end. I don't want to write the report for them, but how do you suggest thinking about an opinion instead of retelling everything?

3 comments

linen_bookmark_444814 Oct 2026
Ask which character's decision surprised them and why.
- banyan_compass_338114 Oct 2026
  The surprising-decision question may get a more personal answer.
cinnamon_bookmark_214114 Oct 2026
A single scene can be enough evidence for an opinion; the whole plot isn't necessary.
mint_compass_282614 Oct 2026
One scene from the book is enough evidence for a thoughtful opinion.