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Roller Girl - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6

Literature kit for Victoria Jamieson's graphic novel Roller Girl, with chapter questions in ten groupings, writing tasks, a word search, a comprehension quiz and graphic organizers for grades 5-6.
Grades
Grades 5–6, Elementary, Middle School
File type
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Updated Oct 26, 2026

Subject
ELA, Literature
Topic
vocabulary, novel study
Resource types
Novel Studies, Worksheets & Printables
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About this resource

What's inside this resource

A engaging teaching resource specifically designed for educators instructing fifth and sixth-grade students. This material explores the captivating world of roller derby through Astrids perspective, detailing her new experiences and changing friendship.

Educational Value and Curriculum Alignment

Closely following state standards and defined by Bloom’s Taxonomy, this literature kit offers a variety of student engagement opportunities such as small group projects, pair work or individual tasks. Consequently, it allows teachers to gauge differentiated levels of comprehension in relation to content and used vocabulary.

Analytical Activities & Language Enrichment Exercises

  • Predicting upcoming plot points
  • Answering multiple choice questions about Astrid’s roller derby camp adventure.
  • Evaluating character motives with activities like contemplating why Astrid lied to her mother.
  • Narrative exercises involving word placement from a vocabulary list for language enrichment.<\ul>

    In line with enabling students to empathize with characters, role-play activities suggest envisioning Nicole's perception towards being friends with Astrid or constructing one's own apology plan as if they were portraying Astrid.

    Inclusive Learning Tools: Fun Meets Studies!

    The kit also includes entertaining learning tools like:

    1. Crossword puzzles,
    2. Word searches,
    3. List item:Note:
      And comprehension quizzes that ensure comprehensive understanding while maintaining fun learning experiences.

    Essential Life Lessons Alongside Learning Language Arts

    This material provides opportunities for students to reflect on life values like friendship management and fostering evolving passions. Throughout Astrid's relatable journey, children encounter prevalent issues they might face commonly today - making this resource not just educational, but value-driven.

    Conclusion:

    The Roller Girl Literature Kit Gr 5-6 presents a mix of engaging textual adventures and invaluable life lessons - all bound to make learning an exciting process instead of a plain academic responsibility. Expect a comprehensive 60-paged toolkit bursting with diverse activities, ready for application in various teaching scenarios such as classroom lessons, homework or small group projects.

In the classroom

Teaching tips & learning objectives

Learning objectives

  • Respond to chapter questions that range from recall to higher-level analysis of the novel

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Is the novel part of the kit?

Each student needs a copy of Roller Girl to work through the chapter questions; the novel is sold separately.

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Concepts & topics

Core concepts

  • Graphic novel
  • Author study
  • Vocabulary

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