Use these review writing templates when reviewing a variety of genres with your students.
Review Writing Templates – A Guide to Writing Engaging Reviews
These simple review writing templates have been created to help students develop their critical thinking and writing skills with these easy-to-follow templates! This resource includes a structured format for writing a:
- Book review
- Play review
- Activity review
- Music review
- Art review.
These templates make it easy for students to express their opinions while following a clear format.
Structured Support for Play Reviews and Music Reviews
It’s not just book reviews students can delve into. The Play Review Worksheet helps students analyze key elements of a theatrical performance, including plot, characters, and staging.
Similarly, the Music Review Worksheet guides students in evaluating songs or musical performances based on melody, lyrics, and personal response. These templates encourage students to think critically and provide detailed, thoughtful reviews.
Have students explore and review this range of entertaining elements.
Engaging Review Writing for Any Subject
From books and plays to art and activities, these templates provide a step-by-step structure that ensures students stay on track while writing meaningful reviews. Perfect for classroom assignments, creative writing lessons, or independent projects, this resource helps students organise their thoughts, justify their opinions, and improve their writing skills.
Whether reviewing a novel, a performance, or a creative experience, these Review Writing Templates make the process engaging and accessible!
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This resource was created by Kendall Britnell, a teacher and Teach Starter Collaborator.
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