Double Entry Journal Directions

Divide each side of your paper in four boxes that take up the entire page.
Each side of your paper should follow the format below.

Page #         Passage copied from book Reading Strategy Used

Respond using the strategy listed above.  Use at least three sentences here.
 

Page #         Passage copied from book Reading Strategy Used

Respond using the strategy listed above.  Use at least three sentences here.

In the left column of your paper, write down the page number and copy short passages from the story that seem intriguing, interesting, confusing, etc. In the right column, write your responses to the passages you have selected. Your responses indicate what the passage means, what if reminds you of, what you don’t understand, how you feel about it, or any other comments that seem appropriate. The  Double Entry Journal Help Sheet will help make the writing easier.
 

Remember, copy the passage and quotation along with the page number at the top left column and write your comments directly opposite in the right column. Continue down the page in the same manner.

You should respond thoroughly to at least four passages for complete credit.