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Choose a book you want to discuss and share
a. Hello, everyone! I am Isabelle and I will teach you all about books, parts of it, and how to
take good care of it.
b. First, choose a book. My choice of book is ___________.
c. We are going to identify the parts of this book.
d. The cover page, it is thick and made from hardcover material. It includes the Title of the
book (English Encounters: Reading), the author’s name (Rosana G. Batac and Teresita B.
Gutierez), and design related to the book’s content.
e. The title page is one of the first pages inside the book and typically includes the book's
title, author's name, and sometimes the publisher's name and location.
f. The spine of a book is the part that runs vertically along the book's edge, connecting the
front cover to the back cover for easy identification when inside a shelf. (Batac and
Gutierez, ENGLISH ENCOUNTERS: READING, and year 2020)
g. Table of Contents is a list of the book’s chapters or sections with their corresponding
page numbers.
h. Body of the book refers to the main content of the book, where the story, information,
or subject matter is presented. It is said to be the heart of the book.
Title of the book: English Encounters: Reading, is the name or label given to that particular literary work.
It serves as a means of identification and typically provides readers with a glimpse of the book's content,
theme, or subject matter.
Author/s: Rosana G. Batac and Teresita B. Gutierez, an author is a special storyteller who uses words to
create wonderful stories and books that we love to read.
Book illustrator: _____________, An illustrator of a book is an artist responsible for creating visual
representations that complement and enhance the text of the book.
Publisher: Rex Book Store, a person or company that prepares and issues books, journals, music, or other
works for sale.
How to take care of your books:
1. Wash Hands: Before handling a book, make sure your hands are clean.
2. Use a Clean Surface: Place the book on a clean, flat surface, like a table or desk. Avoid reading or
storing books on dirty or wet surfaces.
3. Turn Pages Carefully: When turning the pages, do it gently from the corners. Avoid folding,
creasing, or ripping the pages.
4. Use a Bookmark: Instead of folding down the page corner to mark your place, use a bookmark. It
could be a special one you make or a simple piece of paper.
5. Keep Food and Drinks Away: Don't eat or drink near your books. Spills and crumbs can damage
the pages and cover.
6. Be Careful with Pencils and Pens: If you need to write or draw in a book, use a pencil lightly. Be
careful not to press too hard or make marks on other pages.
By following these simple steps, you can take good care of your books and enjoy them for a long time. Remember
that books are treasures and treating them with care ensures they can be enjoyed by many others in the future as
well.