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Guide your students through comprehensive novel studies that explore themes, characters, and plot development. These resources provide discussion questions, activities, and analysis tools. Incorporate them to deepen literary appreciation and critical thinking skills.
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LILLY'S PURPLE PLASTIC PURSE - STUDY GUIDE Gr. 2-4
ELA, Literature, Grade 2, 3, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Lilly's prized possession places her in a predicament with her favourite teacher. Activities in this unit focus on: word study - synonyms and antonyms; writing - poetry, descriptive, procedural, narrative, expository writing, and internet activities ; comprehension - noting detail and making comparisons; creativity; mathematics - graphing and problem solving.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Study Guide, Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse, Literature, Word Study, Comprehension, Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse Activities, Purple Purse Book, Lillys Purple Plastic Purse Activities
James and the Giant Peach | Book Companion Packet for Kindergarten
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
This resource is a James and the Giant Peach printables /novel-studies">Book Companion Packet. It is filled with a variety of writing worksheets that students will enjoy in literature circles, small groups and more. From story elements and vocabulary words to characters and grammar, there is enough to keep students engaged as you read this story.
Author Monaco Lane Curriculum for Early Literacy
Tags Book Companion, Story Elements, James And The Giant Peach, Writing Worksheets, Dictionary
Bridge to Terabithia Notice and Note Passages
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Strategies, Grade 4, 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Do you teach Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Patterson? Do you also guide your students through Beers and Probst's Notice and Note signposts? The ten passages from the text have been chosen to provide students – whether in groups or individually – with the opportunity to identify and reflect on the signposts shared by Beers and Probst. The approach encourages students to collaboratively discuss their findings and back their interpretations with evidence from the text. Example answers are provided, to guide students and teachers in deeper responses. With open discussion, students may determine that other signposts are visible and allows them to debate and justify their answers. Whether it's for assessment , writing exercises, or a Socratic Seminar, this activity adapts effortlessly. A bonus for educators: there are clear teaching instructions detailing its implementation in a classroom setting. Included in this product: 7 passages from "Bridge to Terabithia" focusing on Notice and Note signposts Guided answers and discussions to aid students' understanding Detailed teacher notes on using passages in multiple ways Suggestions on evaluating student answers for assessment or understanding Grades: 3rd (high ability) - 6th Answer Key: Included Tags: Reading comprehension, Close Reading, Reading Strategies, Notice and Note Signposts, Bridge to Terabithia File Type: PDF Total Pages: 15 pages Teaching Duration: 1-2 hours or could spread over multiple sessions and shorten discussion times
Author Kel's Klass
Tags Reading Comprehension, Close Reading, Reading Strategies, Bridge To Terabithia
Sarah, Plain and Tall - Literature Kit Gr. 3-4
ELA, Literature, Grade 3, 4, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Sarah, Plain and Tall - Literature Kit Gr. 3-4 This engaging teaching tool explores a unique survival story that encourages students to appreciate the significance of companionship. A versatile and enriching resource for educators desiring to instill in-depth understanding through interactive activities. Product Features: An extensive material designed for Grades 3 and 4 students studying Language Arts with a focus on Literature. A flexible tool that supports usage in different settings like whole group discussions or small group activities. Incorporates comprehensive quizzes, word searches, crossword puzzles using vocabulary from the story, and thought-provoking questions about Sarah's letters. These features are perfect for enhancing class discussions or as independent homework assignments. In addition to the above benefits, educators would value its adherence to State Standards as well as principles of Bloom's Taxonomy—all combined into a single user-friendly PDF file. Boost your student’s creativity by inspiring them to write a tercet poem based on story events or explore role-playing opportunities via hypothetical interviews with Sarah about her life experiences. The Story Overview: The narrative revolves around the heartwarming tale—a recipient of the Newbery Medal—based on real-life adventures during pioneering prairie life at the turn of the 20th century. The plot unfolds when siblings Anna and Caleb desire another woman in their father’s life after their mother's demise. They meet Sarah—plain yet tall—who responds to an ad she found; arriving by train donned in a yellow bonnet while confronting her loneliness amidst navigating through demanding prairie challenges testing one’s strength. Importance: This literature kit fosters dynamism within classrooms by interconnecting comprehension drills, artistic outlets, along with grammar exercises onto the same learning platform. It guarantees a fulfilling learning experience for your students. The 'Sarah, Plain and Tall - Literature Kit Gr. 3-4' provides fresh insights to the unforgettable saga of pioneer life through insightful activities that both educators and students can appreciate.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Sarah Plain And Tall, Reading Comprehension, Writing Tasks, Literature, Book Companion
Three Hens and a Peacock: Language-Literacy Book Companion Packet
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Three Hens and a Peacock: Language-Literacy Book Companion Packet This book companion packet is designed for early learners working on emergent literacy and communication skills. It can be used with students who use AAC devices or have complex communication needs, language delays, or disorders. The packet provides a variety of shared reading, writing, and language activities to use alongside the book Three Hens and a Peacock. Teachers are given guidance on implementing predictive read alouds and repeated readings to build familiarity. Story props increase participation, and CROWD prompts further comprehension. Targeted vocabulary instruction balances both core and fringe vocabulary exposure. Sentence stems scaffold written responses, or can be used with predictable chart writing. Character webs allow for descriptive language practice. The packet also includes 1-3 hands-on art or science activities connected to the story. Use this resource for individual, small group, or whole class instruction with preschoolers, kindergarteners, and early elementary students.
Author Belleville Area Special Services Cooperative (BASSC)
Tags Aac, Aac Book Companion, Aac Language Packet, Aac Literacy Packet, Core Vocabulary, Three Hens And A Peacock
Come Out and Play, Little Mouse Language-Literacy Book Companion Packet
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Do you work with students who have emergent literacy skills? Do you work with students who use AAC or have complex communication needs? Or do you work with early elementary students who have a language delay or disorder? If so, my book companions are for you! This book companion provide you with multiple language, communication, shared reading, and shared writing tasks. Instructions and guidance for the shared reading activities of a picture walk through and repeated readings is provided. Additional activities to provide practice with identifying the focus letter through repetition with variety are also included. Story props are provided to help increase participation during shared reading activities. They can also be used to aide with story retell activities. There is a focus on balancing explicit exposure and targeted practice for both core and fringe vocabulary. CROWD questions can be used to further increase comprehension of the target book and elicit a wide range of language and communication skills. The provided sentence stems can be used in isolation or in conjunction with the predictable chart writing protocol. The character description webs provide a platform to target multiple language and communication targets. These book companions include 1-3 hands-on art or science themed activities. This product can be used individually, in small groups, or for whole class instruction.
Author Belleville Area Special Services Cooperative (BASSC)
Tags Aac, Core Vocabulary, Aac Book Companion, Aac Language Packet, Aac Literacy Packet, Come Out And Play, Cat Theme
Tiger Rising Notice and Note Passages
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Strategies, Grade 4, 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Do you teach Tiger Rising, by Kate DiCamillo? Do you also guide your students through Beers and Probst's Notice and Note signposts? The ten passages from the text have been chosen to provide students – whether in groups or individually – with the opportunity to identify and reflect on the signposts shared by Beers and Probst. The approach encourages students to collaboratively discuss their findings and back their interpretations with evidence from the text. Example answers are provided, to guide students and teachers in deeper responses. With open discussion, students may determine that other signposts are visible and allows them to debate and justify their answers. Whether it's for assessment , writing exercises, or a Socratic Seminar, this activity adapts effortlessly. A bonus for educators: there are clear teaching instructions detailing its implementation in a classroom setting. Included in this product: 6 passages from "Tiger Rising" focusing on Notice and Note signposts Guided answers and discussions to aid students' understanding Detailed teacher notes on using passages in multiple ways Suggestions on evaluating student answers for assessment or understanding Grades: 3rd (high ability) - 5th Answer Key: Included Tags: Reading comprehension, Close Reading, Reading Strategies, Notice and Note Signposts, Tiger Rising File Type: PDF Total Pages: 15 pages Teaching Duration: 1-2 hours or could spread over multiple sessions and shorten discussion times
Author Kel's Klass
Tags Reading Comprehension, Close Reading, Reading Strategies, Tiger Rising
What Was the Berlin Wall? by Nico Medina Questions
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Writing, Grade 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Activities
What Was the Berlin Wall? Comprehension Questions Engage students while reading What Was the Berlin Wall? by Nico Medina with these reading comprehension questions. Provides 5 thoughtful questions per chapter to encourage close reading, critical thinking, and rich discussion. Suitable for independent reading, small groups, or whole class novel studies . Students answer questions in complete sentences, citing text evidence. Promotes attention to detail, comprehension, and quality dialogue. Implementation ideas included. 42 total questions covering all chapters with answer key. Useful for grades 5-6 language arts. Check out the thumbnails to see how this novel study guide can spur learning.
Author Soumara Siddiqui
Tags What Was The Berlin Wall? By Nico Medina Questions, Book Questions
"A New Kind of Wild" Book Companion | Character Education
ELA, Reading, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Book companions are always a great way to teach a variety of concepts, expand on academic concepts and take back the love for reading in your classroom in the most productive way. Finding quality book companions means that you'll have a variety of printable activities for your students to interact with to further their learning. This is A New Kind of Wild book companion for the book written by Zara Gonzalez Huang. This book companion was designed with elementary students in mind. All you have to do is print and go. A New Kind of Wild is a great character education book as it teaches about classroom community and diversity. This book will also allow students to celebrate differences. You may choose to read this story to students and have them complete a few worksheets included. Reading the story more than once will allow the message of the story to really begin to resonate with students. The writing prompts and reflective questions included are a great way to allow students to collaborate together and discuss their thought processes as a collective before they begin writing. This A New Kind of Wild Book Companion 16 page packet is the perfect accessory for your read-aloud time. Included in your purchase: 14 Question Multiple-Choice w/ Answer Key included “My Kind of Wild” blank drawing page 2 short writing prompts w/ drawing boxes Character Page Plot Page Settings Page For similar resources and other engaging resources, visit my store here!
Author Learn Teach Create
Tags A New Kind Of Wild, Book Companion, Reading Comprehension, Character Education, Story Elements, Story Plot, Multiple Choice, Learn Teach Create
Frindle - Literature Kit Gr. 3-4
ELA, Literature, Grade 3, 4, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Frindle - Literature Kit Gr. 3-4 Experience a refreshing way to explore language arts with the 'Frindle - Literature Kit' for grades 3-4. This kit concentrates on boosting vocabulary and comprehension skills while promoting critical thinking, all through Nick Allen's engaging tale – a fifth-grade student who invents an original word, "frindle". This literature kit is suited for any classroom setting: it could be integrated into regular classes, used as the foundation for interactive group projects or given as enriching homework tasks. Furthermore, this material corresponds with state education standards and adheres to Bloom's Taxonomy — guaranteeing that your lessons achieve all necessary objectives. Included in this comprehensive kit: Multitude of multiple-choice questions designed to evaluate students' novel understanding Inspirational journal prompts which urge students to predict Nick's future job using their critical thinking A fun yet challenging crossword and word-finding game which further clarifies the nuances of language. Emphasize student understanding using additional exercises such as: Demonstrating comprehension of similes and metaphors via unique writing tasks, Nurture creativity by inviting them recount their favorite parts of the narrative through personalized cartoon strips. The 'Frindle' literature kit* also explores deeper topics like innovation, motivation and persistence – subjects both relatable & applicable beyond school settings; hence acting as an excellent medium helping learners resonate better with literature. This exceptional educational tool extends from well-thought-out reading assignments going up until artistic outputs clustered around this captivating narrative.The ready-to-print 60-page guide promises user convenience for any educator looking for comprehensive and flexible literature resources suitable for third-to-fourth graders specializing in Language Arts. IMPORTANT: Note that you would require software capable of handling PDF files to fully utilize this specific material. 'Frindle - Literature Kit Gr. 3-4' An excellent supplement to your highly-diverse teaching compendium, ensuring that each literature session becomes not only a source of knowledge but also an exciting and memorable occasion.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Similes , Metaphors, Frindle, Literature, Critical Thinking, Frindle Vocabulary Activities, Frindle Lesson Plans 5th Grade, Mrs Granger Was Teaching A Social Studies Lesson, Frindle Activities
Dr. Seuss Language/Book Companion Packet
Special Resources, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Do you work with students who have emergent literacy skills? Do you work with students who use AAC or have complex communication needs? Or do you work with early elementary students who have a language delay or disorder? If so, my book companions are for you! This book companion provide you with multiple language, communication, shared reading, and shared writing tasks. Instructions and guidance for the shared reading activities of a picture walk through and repeated readings is provided. Additional activities to provide practice with identifying the focus letter through repetition with variety are also included. Story props are provided to help increase participation during shared reading activities. They can also be used to aide with story retell activities. There is a focus on balancing explicit exposure and targeted practice for both core and fringe vocabulary. CROWD questions can be used to further increase comprehension of the target book and elicit a wide range of language and communication skills. The provided sentence stems can be used in isolation or in conjunction with the predictable chart writing protocol. The character description webs provide a platform to target multiple language and communication targets. These book companions include 1-3 hands-on art or science themed activities. This product can be used individually, in small groups, or for whole class instruction.
Author Belleville Area Special Services Cooperative (BASSC)
Tags Dr. Seuss, Aac, Aac Book Companion, Aac Language Packet, Aac Literacy Packet, Dr. Seuss Book Companion, Core Vocabulary
Differentiated Book Reports for the Year (Online Version)
ELA, Literature, Grade 6, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
READING and WRITING TASKS play a pivotal role in a child's learning journey. These Versatile Annual Book Reports are ideal for sixth-graders and are designed to accommodate various learning preferences, appealing to all your students. Each month, students will engage with a specific genre of book and deliver a report in a unique and imaginative manner. These aren't your typical book reports. To facilitate your assessment process, a grading rubric is provided along with the book reports. Compelling activities comprise: Designing a book jacket Creating Web Images Experiencing time travel Collaborating with a partner to craft a skit Doing Detective Work Writing a postcard to the author Becoming a talk show host Exploring story elements Becoming a movie critic Creating a play Here's what people have to say about the Versatile Annual Book Reports: ♥"Appreciate these ideas! My students find them enjoyable!" - Erin F ♥"An innovative approach to book reports that are engaging and meaningful!" - Anne Rozell ♥"Inventive book report ideas, thank you!" - ZippadeeZazz ♥"This is going to save me an incredible amount of time! Much appreciated!" - Elementary at HEART ♥"Such a diverse array of book report ideas! Excellent resource! Many thanks!" - One Arts Infusion Collaborative ♥"Inventive strategies to explore multiple genres throughout the year with your class." - Jim Hansen ♥"This activity was well-organized, useful, and stimulating for my special ed students. They loved working in teams and individually. It offered an excellent review and lots of practice. THANK YOU!" ☻The Following Items are Included☻ A differentGENREfor each month of the school year so that your students will have an understanding of the different types of reading material out there. ☻Fiction ☻Historical Fiction ☻Non-Fiction ☻Mythology ☻Fable ☻Biography/autobiography ☻Science Fiction ☻Mystery ☻Legend These activities will give you time to do other things because they’re no prep. All you have to do is copy them and add your own due dates. When I first beganto have my students write book reports, They were to list the characters, setting, theme, short plot, problem, conclusion. Unfortunately, this was so BOOORRING for me to read and the students to do. Consequently, they hated writing book reports. Then an awesome colleague shared this idea with me and I’m so thankful he did. Fortunately, it made the assignment more enjoyable for all of us. Who is this resource for? ☻ 6th Grade Students ☻ Can also be used at the Elementary level ☻ Special Education Students ☻ Homeschooling ☞Check out what other teachers have bought☜ Fall Writing Prompts (6-8). Writing & History Prompts for Martin Luther King Jr. (5-8). A Year of Graphic Organizers Be a Grammar Rock Star No Prep (5-6). Lessons to be remembered after they’ve left your classroom. Copyright©2016 Deann Marin (Socrates Lantern) If you have any questions concerning this resource, please contact Deann Marin atdeann.marin@gmail.com
Author Socrates Lantern
Tags Book Reports, Online Version, Novels, Mythology, Biography/Autobiography
Charlotte's Web Novel Study Guide
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
This Novel Study Guide is for the story Charlotte's Web, written by E.B. White. This resource includes comprehension and critical thinking questions for each chapter of the novel. Each Chapter section includes: - Vocabulary words with definitions. - Fill-in-the-blank questions. - True or false. - Multiple choice. - Short answer questions. Also included are word puzzles: - Word Decoder - Word Search - Word Scramble - Crossword - Hangman The resource finishes off with group projects. About this Resource: This resource is a study of the novel Charlotte’s Web, written by E.B. White. The Novel Study Guide includes vocabulary and comprehension questions for each chapter of the novel. Students are meant to read the chapter, then answer the matching questions for that chapter. Teachers can choose to hand the questions out one chapter at a time, or group them into sections. A natural section break is provided in this guide with assessment-style puzzles. Teachers can hand out the chapter sections, followed by the assessment puzzle. About the Chapter Worksheets: Each chapter includes 4 pages: a Vocabulary page, Short Answer page, Long Answer page, and Answer Key. Vocabulary: 10 words taken from the chapter are listed with their meanings. 10 fill-in-the-blank questions are given. Students must finish each sentence using a vocabulary word. Short Answer: 6 True or False questions are provided. Students must answer each statement as True or False. 6 multiple choice questions are provided. Students must answer each question with the best answer option. Long Answer: 6 comprehension and critical thinking questions are provided. Students answer each question with complete sentences on the lines provided. About the Section Puzzles: 5 assessment-style puzzles are provided in this resource. They appear at the end of chapter sections. Word Decoder: Several word puzzles are provided. Each puzzle is written using numbers. Use the provided legend to decode the word puzzle. Word Search: A word search puzzle and selection of vocabulary words are provided. Find the vocabulary words hidden in the puzzle. Word Scramble: Several word puzzles are provided. Unscramble the words to make the vocabulary words. Crossword: A crossword puzzle, selection of vocabulary words and clues are provided. Solve each clue with the vocabulary word that matches. Write the vocabulary word in the matching spot in the crossword puzzle. Hangman: Guess letters to fill in the hidden vocabulary words. Guess a wrong letter and fill in the hangman. Finish the word before the hangman is done. About the Group Projects: 3 end-of-unit group projects are provided at the end of the resource. Complete these at the end of the unit.
Author Ibby Resources
Tags Novel, Resource, Activities, Reading, Comprehension, Study, Literature, Worksheets
ESL Novel Study - "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul" - Jeff Kinney
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Reading, Library, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Writing Prompts, Worksheets, Novel Studies
ESL Novel Study Worksheets on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul" by Jeff Kinney In this fantastic ESL teaching resource it is offered a comprehensive novel study worksheet activity (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets) focused on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul" by American author Jeff Kinney. Ideal for post reading activities, this English Second or Foreign Language (ESL EFL) teaching resource can be more than great to enhance students' overall understanding of this coming of age novel by American author Jeff Kinney. The English Second or Foreign Language Novel Study activity (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets) can be ideal for ESL EFL TESOL learners in middle and high school (from 6th grade to 9th grade, teen students). In this Novel Study on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul" (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets), English Second or Foreign Language teachers (ESL EFL) can find the following ESL novel study activities: 1 part on general information (author's name, genre, and publishing date) 1 part related to New Vocabulary Learned (1 space where to write 10 new words they learned and 1 space where students can write their related meaning) 1 part related to the story timeline (story timeline where learners set in a chronological order the most important moments during the narration) First writing activity on students' review on the novel Second writing activity (imagining to write a letter to Greg Heffley, the main character, and to give him some advice) Third writing activity (pretending to be a character, other than Greg Heffley, and describing a scene of the book from his/her point of view + space where students can draw with comic bubbles the scene they described) This ESL EFL (English Second or Foreign Language) Novel Study Activity on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul" by American author Jeff Kinney (3 PDF Printable Slides; worksheets) can be suitable for ESL EFL learners from 6th grade to 9th grade to study this coming of age novel Learning with Alan is a Teaching Resource/Educational Material Store whose aim is to help Teachers, Educators and Tutors to achieve their teaching objectives while creating a fun and stimulating learning and teaching environment. Remember. Learning is Fun. Never Forget! If you want to browse more of my English Second or Foreign Language (ESL EFL) Teaching Resources, click here Learning with Alan!
Author Learning with Alan
Tags ESL, English Second Language, English, Diary Of A Wimpy Kid, Teens, Books, Book Companion, Comprehension, Writing Activity, Novel Study
Charlie & The Great Glass Elevator (Novel Study) Gr. 4-7
ELA, Literature, Grade 4, 5, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Charlie & The Great Glass Elevator ( Novel Study ) Gr. 4-7 This comprehensive teaching resource ensures a seamless process for educators in guiding Grade 4 to 7 students through this exceptional novel. It flawlessly continues the story of Charlie Bucket and Willy Wonka, picking up where its predecessor, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory ends. Filled with exciting activities catering to diverse learning styles, it's applicable across multiple classroom settings. An excellent tool for teachers dedicated to language arts with emphasis on Literature, targeting both reading comprehension and stirring creativity in one go! The product includes inviting strategies like read aloud sessions, whole group discussions as well as self-paced individual assignments or cooperative small-group tasks. The Journey: Students set off on an enthralling journey filled with choices leading to consequences – beginning from a plan of creating an extraordinary hole in the Chocolate factory roof! In their space adventure trip, Cross paths with presidential humor, Tackle terrifying vermicious knids, Dive into Minusland: opening undiscovered doorways into nothingness boosting critical thinking alongwith honing deduction skills! Aesthetically structured: Incorporated with stimulating crosswords and word searches that make it visually appealing alongside deepening vocabulary learning engagement. Note:This single PDF file product is very user-friendly since it is compatible over varied online learning platforms requiring minimal technical requirements - Makes for an effortless resource for teachers aiming at engaging students fruitfully into literature studies! Perfect for teachers looking to simplify literature teaching while preserving its profound essence through an aid like Charlie & The Great Glass Elevator ( Novel Study ). An answer key section is included in the package for checking students’ progress objectively, thereby ensuring quality education.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Because of Winn Dixie Novel Study Unit
ELA, Literature, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
This Because of Winn Dixie Novel Study Unit is packed with over 150 pages of engaging resources for students. Included: - Chapter comprehension worksheets - Mystery match vocabulary words - Exit quizzes - Group work - Summative assessment & so much more. All you have to do is print and go! Answer keys included.
Author TrilogyTeacher
Tags Because Of Winn Dixie, Novel Study Unit, Comprehension, Assessments, Group Work, Because Of Winn-dixie Worksheets, Because Of Winn Dixie Study Guide Free, Because Of Winn Dixie Worksheets
"The Outsiders" Novel Study Unit
ELA, Literature, Grade 6, 7, 8, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
Engage your middle school students with this comprehensive "The Outsiders" novel study unit. Over 200 pages of thoughtful resources guide learners through S.E. Hinton's classic novel. Use the chapter comprehension worksheets, mystery match vocabulary activities, exit quizzes, and summative assessments for whole class or small group instruction. The group work and discussion questions encourage collaboration and analysis. This teacher-created novel study integrates seamlessly into your English language arts curriculum. The unit deepens literacy skills and sparks meaningful conversations around themes like social divisions, identity, and friendship. With all answer keys included, you can print and implement this rich resource immediately. Let the unforgettable story of Ponyboy, Johnny, and the greasers captivate your Grade 6-8 students.
Author TrilogyTeacher
Tags The Outsiders, Literature, Novel Study, Vocabulary, Quizzes
A Single Shard - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6
ELA, Literature, Grade 5, 6, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
A Single Shard - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6 The A Single Shard - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6 is a skillfully curated educational instrument designed for Grade 5 and Grade 6 instructors. This resource's central focus is on Language Arts, with considerable emphasis on the novel A Single Shard. It offers an assortment of activities that foster the development of key competencies like predictive analysis, vocabulary enhancement, sentence framing to illustrate word meanings, instructional penning and comparative exploration. The literature kit highlights the tale of a young orphan named Tree-Ear living in the twelfth century Korea, who nurtures a fondness for pottery but finds this career path inaccessible because it's typically succeeded from father to son. The narrative features personalities such as Min and Kang who are competing potters yearning to serve the Royal Emissary with their craftmanship. Tree-Ear's destiny gets entwined with theirs offering ample content for stimulating quizzes and engaging writing prompts. In comprehension enhancing exercises students match characters such as Tree-Ear, Min & Kang with their corresponding actions deepening understanding toward character roles within narratives. To broaden learners' contextual awareness they're asked to describe how Tree-Ear prepared clay in contrast with modern-day methods – promoting an appreciation for historical settings whilst improving descriptive prowess. Honing procedural writing skills come into play when students pen step-by-step instructions emulating Kang’s innovative pottery technique. Analytical abilities are sharpened through constructing comparative diagrams juxtaposing Min’s work against Kang's creations. This kit also inspires creativity by encouraging students to design promotional posters marketing Min’s pottery wares- framing learning language arts as fun! Last but not least geographical knowledge is mentioned in the form of identifying cities featured in the novel on a map of Korea. This literature kit can be flexibly adapted to whole group class discussions, smaller study groups or even individual home assignments demonstrating its versatility. The resource is provided as an inclusive PDF file packed with bonus materials such as crosswords, word searches and a comprehension quiz complete with an answer key adding depth to it's functionality. Overall,A Single Shard - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6 offers a comprehensive,effective and enjoyable teaching aid for educators striving to nurture versatile learners through diverse teaching styles.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags A Single Shard, Literature, Reading Comprehension , Book Companion, Writing Tasks
"There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie" Book Companion
ELA, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
This is an activity that goes along with There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie. If you have read this story with your students, this is an activity packet that will pair well for your little learners. All you have to do is print and go. With this story, the students will be completing two activities. On page 3, students are coloring by numbers. it features a picture of the old lady. As you can see, there is still room for individual creativity as students have two areas for which they can choose the colors of their choice. The colors students will get to practice with are: Gray Tan / Peach Brown Colors of their choice for numbers 4 and 5 on the picture. The color by number will also have students practice with numbers 1-5. Pages 4 and 5 go together as a retell activity . Students will color both pages. On page 4, you can see the area that needs to be cut out. For page 5, students will find and color the items that the old lady swallowed. For page 5, you may use a real popsicle stick and glue the food items to it. This will be cut out also. As students retell the story, they will move the food items to the old lady’s opened mouth one at a time.
Author Hook Learn and Tinker
Tags Preschool Reading Activities, There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Pie, Book Companion, Reading Station, Coloring Pages, Color By Number, Color Identification
"Hello, Universe" Novel Study
ELA, Reading, Grade 5, 6, 7, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Presenting a comprehensive study guide for the Newbery Medal-winning novel, Hello, Universe. This intriguing story with its believable and approachable characters is bound to captivate students. The book offers invaluable lessons about embracing diversity, personal development, and the strength of friendships. This study material is contained within an 89-page PDF, ensuring a thorough understanding of the novel. The novel study includes: - A Table of Contents and Teaching Guide that gives suggestions on when to use each activity - 20 Vocabulary words with correlating activities. Vocabulary words include: anvil, monstrously, debilitating, mesmerized, harboring, punctuality, hounded, coincidence, noxious, intermittently, ominous, antagonize, nomad, enigma, perceptive, melodramatic, inevitable, deja vu, empowered, fickle - Color vocabulary cards that can be printed and used in pocket charts or as other visual aids - Activities that include work on several literary elements including: characters, setting, point of view, plot, conflict and theme - Other activities that tie into the book including: Filipino dictionary, zodiac birthday chat, guinea pig fact sheet, design your own business card, constellation picture, zoological diary, simile and metaphor, Who said it? write the epilogue, and book review - Comprehension questions in chunks of three chapters - 3 vocabulary quizzes and 1 cumulative test. There are answer keys for the vocabulary quizzes and a few other activities. All you have to do is print and go.
Author Katie Maurice
Tags Novel Study, Fiction Text, Book Companion, Hello Universe, Vocabulary Quiz, Crossword Puzzle, Synonyms, Antonyms, Graphic Organizers
"Imogene's Antlers" | Picture Book Study
ELA, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
This imaginative and playful picture book study brings the charming story of Imogene and her extraordinary antlers to life. With over 40 engaging activities, this resource sparks creativity, critical thinking, and fun. Students will love piecing together puzzles and mazes, designing hats and book covers, practicing early reading skills, comparing plots, and exploring the themes of individuality and self-expression. Extension projects let young learners add themselves into photos as Imogene, write from new perspectives, and envision additional antler adventures. With diverse printables, videos, discussion topics, and writing prompts tailored for preschool to early elementary, this study transforms a delightful tale into impactful learning across the curriculum. Students will be captivated by Imogene’s journey while building foundational literacy skills. Activities like tracing letters, matching words and pictures, and completing partial words allow emerging readers to practice phonemic awareness, letter formation, and sight word recognition. Sequencing strips, story elements worksheets, and compare/contrast activities reinforce narrative components and comprehension. Open-ended drawing, writing templates and imaginative prompts nurture self-expression and storytelling abilities. This magical resource makes reading meaningful. As students explore this whimsical story, they will also expand early math concepts, fine motor skills, and creative thinking. Coloring pages, cut-and-paste activities, dot-to-dots, and puzzles strengthen fine motor control while exposing learners to patterns, shapes and spatial navigation concepts. Inventive extensions invite students to envision plot possibilities, empathize with characters, and appreciate multiple perspectives. With cross-curricular connections and developmental adaptability, this picture book unit leverages the charm of Imogene's antlers into impactful early childhood learning.
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Imogene's Antlers, Picture Book Study, Missing Story Words, Digraphs Worksheet, Sequencing Strips, Vocabulary, Sight Words, Handwriting, Tracing, Imogene's Antlers
Cut Out And Write The Story Of Hansel And Gretal (6-9 years)
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 2, 3, 4, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies
Cut Out And Write The Story Of Hansel And Gretal (6-9 years) This invaluable instructional tool is meticulously designed to assist children aged 6 to 9 in developing essential language arts skills. The teaching resource crucially focuses on creative writing, centered around the intriguing tale of Hansel and Gretal. This unique product adopts a cut-and-paste format to promote tactile learning. It assigns children with the task of rearranging mixed pages into their correct order, establishing within them an elementary understanding of narrative structure comprising clear beginnings, middles, and endings. Beyond this fundamental sequencing activity lies a superior challenge. Upon organizing the story in proper sequence and reading it, students are prompted to draft their own interpretations of the story. To guide this procedure effectively without hindering creativity, they are admonished to include as much detail as feasible while remaining within the narrative boundaries of this classic fairy tale's plotline. "Using familiar narratives like 'Hansel and Gretal' or 'The Three Billy Goats Gruff', this educational material desires less emphasis on plot recognition than on thorough text comprehension." The known narratives serve as frameworks for students to inscribe their own variations without getting lost in entirely unrestricted creative writing from scratch. Pack sequences provide writing challenges that propel students beyond mere recollection or reproduction – leading learners towards crafting cohesive plans founded on brainstormed ideas all decorated by charming silhouette illustrations contained in each workbook set. Applicability Across Various Settings This indispensable teaching resource can be implemented across diverse environments—suitable for group instruction inside traditional classrooms and equally fit for individualized tasks assigned for at-home completion among homeschoolers. Specifying its target audience—children studying in Grades 2 through 4 who are dedicated to refining their creativity-laden language art skills; it comes accessible in an easy-to-use PDF file format.
Author Guinea Pig Education
Tags Hansel And Gretal, Creative Writing, Sequencing, Narrative Structure, Tactile Learning
"Chasing Vermeer" Novel Study
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Graphic Organizers, Assessments, Activities, Worksheets
This novel study is a complete supplemental resource for Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliet. The included activities focus on the genre of mystery, reader response questions, comprehension questions, vocabulary practice, character analysis, the elements of the plot, and more! Graphic organizers are included, along with a clue tracker chart and mystery genre posters. ⭐️This Resource Includes:⭐️ Who Was Johannes Vermeer?: A short biography about Vermeer that includes reader response questions. Reader Response Journal: This reader response journal is divided into 5 sections by chapters. Each section includes 1-2 pages of vocabulary practice and 1-2 pages of short answer comprehension questions, and a 4-page final assessment that is mixed with multiple choice questions and short answer questions. Not only can this literature response packet be used for whole group discussion/instruction, but it works great in literature circles, to hold group members accountable for reading and discussing the text. It can also be used as a homework assignment, small group instruction, book clubs, etc. Mystery Genre Resources - This section includes 2 mystery genre posters (2 color options) and a Clue Tracker to record clues or evidence regarding suspicious people or events from the novel. Quote Analysis with response questions: a pre-reading activity Elements of Plot: Graphic Organizer Character Analysis: This graphic organizer can be used for any character(s) at any point during the reading of the novel that you see fit. Task Cards: 2 sets of task cards are included. The first set is made up of open-ended questions & digging deeper prompts. The second set are the same questions used in the reader response journals but in a different format. This offers an alternative to the reader response journal activity .
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags Novel Study, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Partner Discussion, Graphic Organizers, Book Companion, Chasing Vermeer, Mystery, Anchor Chart, Reader Response, Chasing Vermeer Chapter Questions
"Zane and the Hurricane" Novel Study Chapter Quizzes BUNDLE
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grade 4, 5, 6, Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
The Zane and the Hurricane Novel Study Chapter Quizzes BUNDLE is a comprehensive teaching resource tailor-made for educators instructing fourth through sixth grades. This bundle integrates an in-depth study into different facets of literary studies, serving as an intellectually stimulating tool for teachers keen on nurturing literacy skills in their students. This product comprises three multiple-choice comprehension quizzes totalling 101 questions, designed to assess understanding across various domains: author's craft , figurative language, elements of plot, symbolism, themes and foreshadowing. These quizzes are designed to dissect character development and inferencing - pulling conclusions from textual evidence - along with a range of literary devices that drive the narrative throughout the novel. This educational resource diligently dissects each section of this engaging novel: Chapters 1–10 quiz features 30 questions. Chapters 11–20 levels up with a set of 33 questions. Chapters 21–30 prompts deep analysis via a more intensive set of 38 questions. To ease grading pressures on educators further, answer keys are also provided to ensure efficient yet accurate grading procedures. Distinguished by its flexibility to accommodate varying learning styles and pace; it can effortlessly be blended into your curriculum either as group discussions or smaller group activities to improve student engagement. Given its significant detail and complexity; it can also function as homework assignments providing avenues for critical thinking beyond classroom confines. In addition to its academic benefits; this robust resource comes in PDF format making it accessible across varying platforms saving you time on lesson preparations whilst thoroughly addressing numerous areas within Language Arts subject area notably Comprehension Literature Reading among others! In summary, “Zane and The Hurricane” Novel Study Chapter Quizzes BUNDLE has tremendous potential to enhance your teaching practice by running tests on comprehension and spurring advanced understanding of literature that not only enriches but makes learning a more enjoyable experience thus encouraging noticeable improvements in your students' literacy outcomes!
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags Comprehension Quizzes, Literary Analysis, Character Development, Figurative Language, Symbolism