Writing a Book Jacket Blurb Worksheet

Writing Worksheet · Grades 4–8

Writing a Book Jacket Blurb Worksheet

A printable writing worksheet for grades 4-8 on writing a book jacket blurb. Students learn that a blurb introduces the character and setting, hints at the conflict, and ends with a hook without giving away the ending, then answer eight questions and plan their own blurb. A complete answer key is included.

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Subject

Writing

Grades

Grades 4–8

Skill Focus

Writing a Book Jacket Blurb, creative writing

Lesson Length

30 minutes

Lesson Overview

About this worksheet

A blurb is the short, exciting description on the back of a book that makes readers want to read it. This worksheet teaches how to write one and lets students plan a blurb of their own.

The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box explains blurbs with examples. Section A has eight recall questions. Section B on page 2 walks students through planning their own blurb.

Page 3 is a complete answer key with sample answers. The worksheet pairs well with the Writing a Summary and Persuasive Writing worksheets.

How to Use This Lesson

Read the reference box and the parts of a blurb.

Answer the eight questions in Section A on page 1.

Plan your own blurb in Section B on page 2.

Use the answer key on page 3 to check Section A.

Pair with the Writing a Summary Worksheet for capturing a story briefly.

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Writing a Book Jacket Blurb Worksheet

A printable writing worksheet for grades 4-8 on writing a book jacket blurb. Students learn that a blurb introduces the character and setting, hints at the conflict, and ends with a hook without giving away the ending, then answer eight questions and plan their own blurb. A complete answer key is included.

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