Spark Your Child's Love of Reading — One Book at a Time

Download this free printable Book Review Page and give your child a beautiful way to respond to every book they finish. Designed for children aged 5–12, this simple, engaging activity page turns reading into a full creative experience — from writing their thoughts to drawing the book cover by hand.

What's included: A single-page printable PDF your child can use again and again — for every book they read at school, at home, or at the library.

Why it works:

Builds a love of reading — When children reflect on what they've read, they engage more deeply with stories. A book review page gives reading a satisfying finish line and encourages children to read more, so they can fill in the next one.

Develops visual art skills — The cover drawing section invites children to recreate or reimagine the book's cover using their own hand. This simple act initiates and reinforces hand-eye coordination, fine motor development, and creative visual thinking.

Strengthens writing and critical thinking — Children practise expressing opinions, recalling key details, and forming recommendations — foundational literacy skills that support the Australian Curriculum.

Celebrates every reader — Whether your child reads independently or with a grown-up, this page makes them feel like a real reviewer. It's a confidence boost wrapped in creativity.

Perfect for:

• Primary & Secondary school students 
• Home educators and reading parents
• Classroom teachers and school librarians
• Book clubs for kids
• Holiday reading challenges

How to use it: Download → Print → Read a book → Fill it in → Display it, collect it, or share it!

This free resource is brought to you by Saci Books — Australia's creative storytelling brand for children. We believe every child has a story worth telling, and every book they read is part of that story.