How To Write a Book Dedication

Portfolio Activity- Academic Fair

How To Write a Book Dedication

STEP #1

Pick the right person or persons to your book dedication.

Think of the important people in your life and the impact they had had in you life and school career. Choose one or two to dedícate your school book to, it can be a family member, a close friend or teacher.

STEP #2

Decide how to you will identify them. In an informal or formal way.

Formal: Ms. Mónica Montfort

Informal: Chinos Rodríguez, Jimbo Smith.

In between: Mom and Dad, My good friend Elisa.

How To Write a Book Dedication

STEP #3

Explain your reasoning for your book dedication. For example:

To my wonderful sister and friend Ana-who always helps me with my homework, daywork, listens, cares and supports me no matter what.

STEP #4

Address the Dedication. For example:

“ I dedicate this school book to…”

“ This school book is dedicated to...”

“To…”

“For…”

How To Write a Book Dedication

Dedication examples:

Informal:

This school book is you, Mom. Thanks for always being there for me, helping me with school and for your patience, and for macaroni and cheese every Thursday!

Formal:

I dedicate this school book to Mrs. Lilia Montfort, for helping me learn, caring for my education and being an excellent teacher. Thank you! I will never forget my beloved school!