5th Grade Literature Literature Circles

Ready for a Dash novel study that you can prep in minutes instead of all weekend? Ready to engage your students in reading Dash with reading comprehension questions and vocabulary that spark deep thinking? How about top-notch Dash activities as easy as hitting the print button? This no-prep novel study for Dash is exactly what you’re looking for! 

This no-prep Dash novel study by Kirby Larson includes vocabulary and reading comprehension questions by chapter. The activities in this Dash novel study also include the opportunity to practice reading strategies, reading comprehension skills, literacy skills, respond to writing prompts, and review language skills. 

The flexible format makes it a breeze to assign reading comprehension skills to match the needs of your students, the literacy concepts most in need of reinforcing, or even the reading and writing skills demanded by the curriculum calendar. 

WHAT’S INSIDE THIS DASH NOVEL STUDY? 

Teaching instructions and ideas for implementing in your classroom

18 assignments for vocabulary and comprehension questions by chapter

19 reading skills assignments including:

• visualization
• historical context
• prediction
• similes and metaphors
• sensory images
• connecting to text
• summarization
• generating questions
• character traits
• main idea and details
• compare and contrast
• cause and effect
• fact and opinion
• figurative language
• quests
• elements of plot
• signposts
• plot diagram
• theme

6 writing prompts and response pages including:

• response to reading 
• letter writing
• poetry
• persuasive writing
• narrative writing
• how-to writing

3 language/grammar skills including:

• nouns
• verbs
• adjectives and antonyms

answer keys

vocabulary lists

An Easel-ready file is included as well as a link to a free Google Slides digital version of this Dash novel study.

You will absolutely love this Dash novel study because it works well as a distance learning alternative, in a Daily 5/CAFE setting, as a literature circle reading group log, as well as in a traditionally structured reading class. Or even leave it as a reading activity for the substitute.

Quick and easy…just print and pass out! The ease of prep and format make this Dash novel study perfect for Read with Someone stations, independent classwork, or send-home packets. Students will be eagerly interacting with the text and growing as readers! The hardest part of this Dash novel study will be keeping students from reading ahead.

What teachers just like you are saying about novel studies by Curious Classroom Adventures:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  “Wonderful novel study. I use what works for my students and don't use what I don't need. There is so much provided, I can make that choice. Thank you!”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  “Loved this! The kids were engaged and looked forward to what was next.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  “This was a great novel study. The questions were clustered in nice, readable chunks for the students.  They were also well-thought-out questions, not just easy comprehension questions.  It also looks fun and inviting to the students.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  “I love how this novel study accesses higher-order thinking skills. Will be using this as a book study with my enrichment students. Thank you for saving me so much time. :) ”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  “An excellent novel study with a comprehensive abundance of activities and skills. I really enjoyed using it with my class this year.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “I appreciated all the CCSS-aligned content. This is definitely a novel study I can use year after year, focusing on a variety of standards.”

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The Tiger Rising Novel Study

George's Marvelous Medicine Novel Study

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane Novel Study

Flora and Ulysses Novel Study

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon Novel Study

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Ready for a novel study for Tuck Everlasting that you can prep in minutes instead of all weekend? Ready to engage your students in reading Tuck Everlasting with reading comprehension questions and vocabulary for each chapter? How about a top-notch Tuck Everlasting activities as easy as hitting the print button? This no-prep novel study for Tuck Everlasting is exactly what you’re looking for! 

This no-prep novel study for Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt includes vocabulary and reading comprehension questions by chapter. This Tuck Everlasting novel study also includes the opportunity to practice reading strategies, reading comprehension skills, literacy skills, respond to writing prompts, and review language skills. 

The flexible format makes it a breeze to assign reading comprehension skills depending on the needs of your students, the literacy concepts most in need of reinforcing, or even the reading and writing skills demanded by the curriculum calendar. 

What’s inside this novel study for Tuck Everlasting?

Teaching instructions and ideas for implementing in your classroom

13 assignments for vocabulary and comprehension questions by chapter

20 reading skills assignments including:

• visualization
• inference
• prediction
• similes and metaphors
• sensory images
• connecting to text
• summarization
• generating questions
• character traits
• main idea and details
• compare and contrast
• cause and effect
• fact and opinion
• figurative language
• fantasy vs. reality
• elements of plot
• signposts
• plot diagram
• quests
• theme

9 writing prompts and response pages including:

• response to reading (4 options)
• letter writing
• poetry
• persuasive writing
• narrative writing
• how-to writing

4 language skills including:

• nouns
• verbs
• adjectives
• adverbs

vocabulary lists

answer keys

An Easel ready file is included as well as a free link to a Google Slides digital version of Tuck Everlasting novel study. For a preview of that resourceCLICK HERE.

You will absolutely love this Tuck Everlasting novel study because it works well as a distance learning alternative, in a Daily 5/CAFE setting, as a literature circle reading group log, as well as in a traditionally structured reading class. 

Quick and easy…just print and pass out! The ease of prep and format make it perfect for Read with Someone stations, send home packets, or even an activity to leave with the substitute. Students will be eagerly interacting with the text and growing as readers! The hardest part of this novel study will be keeping students from reading ahead.

Open the PREVIEW for an in-depth look!

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Ready for a novel study for The Name of this Book is Secret that you can prep in minutes instead of all weekend? Ready to engage your students in reading The Name of this Book is Secret and practice reading comprehension at the same time? How about top-notch activities for The Name of this Book is Secret as easy as hitting the print button? This no-prep novel study is exactly what you’re looking for! 

This no-prep novel study for The Name of this Book is Secret by Pseudonymous Bosch includes vocabulary and reading comprehension questions by chapter. This The Name of this Book is Secret novel study also includes the opportunity to practice reading strategies, reading comprehension skills, literacy skills, respond to writing prompts, and review language skills. 

The flexible format makes it a breeze to assign reading comprehension skills to match the needs of your students, the literacy concepts most in need of reinforcing, or even the reading and writing skills demanded by the curriculum calendar. 

WHAT’S INSIDE THIS NOVEL STUDY FOR THE NAME OF THIS BOOK IS SECRET? 

Teaching instructions and ideas for implementing in your classroom

14 assignments for vocabulary and comprehension questions by chapter

19 reading skills assignments including:

• visualization
• prediction
• similes and metaphors
• sensory images
• connecting to text
• summarization
• generating questions
• character traits
• main idea and details
• compare and contrast
• cause and effect
• fact and opinion
• figurative language
• elements of plot
• quests
• fantasy vs. reality
• signposts
• plot diagram
• theme

5 writing prompts and response pages including:

• letter writing
• poetry
• persuasive writing
• narrative writing
• how-to writing

3 language/grammar skills including:

• nouns
• verbs
• adjectives and antonyms

answer keys

vocabulary lists

An Easel-ready file is included as well as a link to a free Google Slides digital version of the novel study.

You will absolutely love this novel study because it works well as a distance learning alternative, in a Daily 5/CAFE setting, as a literature circle reading group log, as well as in a traditionally structured reading class. Or even leave it as a reading activity for the substitute.

Quick and easy…just print and pass out! The ease of prep and format make it perfect for Read with Someone stations, independent classwork, or send-home packets. Students will be eagerly interacting with the text and growing as readers! The hardest part of this novel study will be keeping students from reading ahead.

What teachers just like you are saying about novel studies by Curious Classroom Adventures:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Benjamin said “Wonderful novel study. I use what works for my students and don't use what I don't need. There is so much provided, I can make that choice. Thank you!”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sandra said: “Loved this! The kids were engaged and looked forward to what was next.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Kate said “This was a great novel study. The questions were clustered in nice, readable chunks for the students.  They were also well-thought-out questions, not just easy comprehension questions.  It also looks fun and inviting to the students.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Mrs. S said “I love how this novel study accesses higher-order thinking skills. Will be using this as a book study with my enrichment students. Thank you for saving me so much time. :) ”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Ciara said “An excellent novel study with a comprehensive abundance of activities and skills. I really enjoyed using it with my class this year.”

Open the PREVIEW for an in-depth look!

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More great resources:

Esperanza Rising Digital Novel Study

Bud, Not Buddy Digital Novel Study

Matilda Digital Novel Study

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon Novel Study

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Ready for a The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail novel study that you can prep in minutes instead of all weekend? Ready to engage your students in reading The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail using reading comprehension questions that spark deep thinking? How about top-notch The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail activities as easy as hitting the print button? This no-prep novel study for The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail is exactly what you’re looking for! 

This no-prep The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail novel study by Richard Peck includes vocabulary and reading comprehension questions by chapter. The activities in this The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail novel study also include the opportunity to practice reading strategies, reading comprehension skills, literacy skills, respond to writing prompts, and review language skills. 

The flexible format makes it a breeze to assign reading comprehension skills to match the needs of your students, the literacy concepts most in need of reinforcing, or even the reading and writing skills demanded by the curriculum calendar. 

WHAT’S INSIDE THIS THE MOUSE WITH THE QUESTION MARK TAIL NOVEL STUDY? 

Teaching instructions and ideas for implementing in your classroom

15 assignments for vocabulary and comprehension questions by chapter

19 reading skills assignments including:

• visualization
• inference
• prediction
• similes and metaphors
• sensory images
• connecting to text
• summarization
• generating questions
• character traits
• main idea and details
• compare and contrast
• cause and effect
• fact and opinion
• figurative language
• elements of plot
• signposts
• fantasy vs. realism
• plot diagram
• theme

6 writing prompts and response pages including:

• informational writing
• response to reading
• letter writing
• poetry
• persuasive writing
• narrative writing
• how-to writing

4 language/grammar skills including:

• nouns
• verbs
• adjectives and antonyms
• adverbs

answer keys

vocabulary lists by chapter

A link to a free Google Slides digital version of this The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail novel study is included.

You will absolutely love this The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail novel study because it works well as a distance learning alternative, in a Daily 5/CAFE setting, as a literature circle reading group log, as well as in a traditionally structured reading class. Or even leave it as a reading activity for the substitute.

Quick and easy…just print and pass out! The ease of prep and format make this The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail novel study perfect for Read with Someone stations, independent classwork, or send-home packets. Students will be eagerly interacting with the text and growing as readers! The hardest part of this The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail novel study will be keeping students from reading ahead.

What teachers just like you are saying about novel studies by Curious Classroom Adventures:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  “Wonderful novel study. I use what works for my students and don't use what I don't need. There is so much provided, I can make that choice. Thank you!”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  “Loved this! The kids were engaged and looked forward to what was next.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  “This was a great novel study. The questions were clustered in nice, readable chunks for the students.  They were also well-thought-out questions, not just easy comprehension questions.  It also looks fun and inviting to the students.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  “I love how this novel study accesses higher-order thinking skills. Will be using this as a book study with my enrichment students. Thank you for saving me so much time. :) ”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  “An excellent novel study with a comprehensive abundance of activities and skills. I really enjoyed using it with my class this year.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “I appreciated all the CCSS-aligned content. This is definitely a novel study I can use year after year, focusing on a variety of standards.”

Open the PREVIEW for an in-depth look!

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Daily Language Review 4th Grade YEAR LONG BUNDLE - Language Spiral Review

4th Grade Printable and Digital Daily Language Review MEGA BUNDLE

Novel Study MEGA BUNDLE of the Whole Library

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Ready for a novel study for Lawn Boy that you can prep in minutes instead of all weekend? Ready to engage your students in reading Lawn Boy and practice reading comprehension at the same time? How about a top-notch Lawn Boy activities as easy as hitting the print button? This no-prep novel study for Lawn Boy is exactly what you’re looking for! 

This no-prep novel study for Lawn Boy by Gary Paulsen includes vocabulary and reading comprehension questions by chapter. This Lawn Boy novel study also includes the opportunity to practice reading strategies, reading comprehension skills, literacy skills, respond to writing prompts, and review language skills. 

The flexible format makes it a breeze to assign reading comprehension skills tailored to the needs of your students, the literacy concepts most in need of reinforcing, or even the reading and writing skills demanded by the curriculum calendar. 

WHAT’S INSIDE THIS NOVEL STUDY FOR LAWN BOY? 

Teaching instructions and ideas for implementing in your classroom

8 assignments for vocabulary and comprehension questions by chapter

18 reading skills assignments including:

• visualization
• inference
• prediction
• similes and metaphors
• sensory images
• connecting to text
• summarization
• generating questions
• character traits
• main idea and details
• compare and contrast
• cause and effect
• fact and opinion
• figurative language
• elements of plot
• signposts
• plot diagram
• theme

6 writing prompts and response pages including:

• response to reading
• letter writing
• poetry
• persuasive writing
• narrative writing
• how-to writing

4 language skills including:

• nouns
• verbs
• adjectives and antonyms
• adverbs

answer key

vocabulary lists for each chapter

An Easel-ready file is included as well as a link to a free Google Slides digital version of the Lawn Boy novel study.

You will absolutely love this Lawn Boy novel study because it works well as a distance learning alternative, in a Daily 5/CAFE setting, as a literature circle reading group log, as well as in a traditionally structured reading class. 

Quick and easy…just print and pass out! The ease of prep and format make it perfect for Read with Someone stations, send-home packets, or even an activity to leave with the substitute. Students will be eagerly interacting with the text and growing as readers! The hardest part of this novel study will be keeping students from reading ahead.

Open the PREVIEW for an in-depth look!

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Where the Mountain Meets the Moon Digital Novel Study

Savvy Novel Study

Number the Stars Novel Study

Tuck Everlasting Novel Study

Bud Not Buddy Novel Study

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Ready for a novel study for The Devil's Arithmetic that you can prep in minutes instead of all weekend? Ready for reading comprehension questions that will engage your students in reading The Devil's Arithmetic? How about a top-notch activities for The Devil's Arithmetic as easy as hitting the print button? This no-prep novel study for The Devil's Arithmetic is exactly what you’re looking for! 

This no-prep novel study for The Devil's Arithmetic by Jane Yolen includes vocabulary and reading comprehension questions by chapter. This Devil's Arithmetic novel study also includes the opportunity to practice reading strategies, reading comprehension skills, literacy skills, respond to writing prompts, and review language skills.

The flexible printable and digital formats make it a breeze to assign reading comprehension skills depending on the needs of your students, the literacy concepts most in need of reinforcing, or even the reading and writing skills demanded by the curriculum calendar. 

WHAT’S INSIDE THIS NOVEL STUDY FOR THE DEVIL'S ARITHMETIC? 

Teaching instructions and ideas for implementing in your classroom

10 assignments for vocabulary and comprehension questions by chapter

21 reading skills assignments including:

• visualization
• inference
• prediction
• similes and metaphors
• sensory images
• connecting to text
• summarization
• generating questions
• character traits
• main idea and details
• compare and contrast
• cause and effect
• fact and opinion
• figurative language
• fantasy vs. reality
• elements of plot
• signposts
• plot diagram
• theme
• historical context
• symbolism

6 writing prompts and response pages including:

• response to reading
• letter writing
• poetry
• persuasive writing,
• narrative writing
• how-to writing

3 language skills including:

• nouns
• verbs
• adjectives and antonyms

answer keys

vocabulary lists

An Easel-ready file is included as well as a link to a free Google Slides digital version of The Devil's Arithmetic novel study.

You will absolutely love this The Devil's Arithmetic novel study because it works well as a distance learning alternative, in a Daily 5/CAFE setting, as a literature circle reading group log, as well as in a traditionally structured reading class. 

Quick and easy…just print and pass out! The ease of prep and format make it perfect for Read with Someone stations, send-home packets, or even an activity to leave with the substitute. Students will be eagerly interacting with the text and growing as readers! The hardest part of this novel study will be keeping students from reading ahead.

Open the PREVIEW for an in-depth look!

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More great resources:

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon Digital Novel Study

Savvy Novel Study

Dash Novel Study

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Ready for a novel study for The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane that you can prep in minutes instead of all weekend? With vocabulary and reading comprehension questions by chapter, you'll engage your students in reading The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane and practice reading skills at the same time! If you're looking for a top-notch Edward Tulane novel study as easy as hitting the print button, this no-prep novel study for The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane is for you! 

This no-prep novel study for The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo includes . This Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane novel study also includes the opportunity to practice reading strategies, build vocabulary, use reading comprehension skills, build literacy skills, respond to writing prompts, and review language skills. 

The flexible format makes it a breeze to assign reading comprehension skills depending on the needs of your students, the literacy concepts most in need of reinforcing, or even the reading and writing skills demanded by the curriculum calendar. 

WHAT’S INSIDE THIS NOVEL STUDY FOR THE MIRACULOUS JOURNEY OF EDWARD TULANE? 

Teaching instructions and ideas for implementing in your classroom

14 assignments for vocabulary and comprehension questions by chapter

20 reading skills assignments including:

• visualization
• inference
• prediction
• similes and metaphors
• sensory images
• connecting to text
• summarization
• generating questions
• character traits
• main idea and details
• compare and contrast
• cause and effect
• fact and opinion
• figurative language
• fantasy vs. reality
• elements of plot
• signposts
• plot diagram
• theme
• quests

6 writing prompts and response pages including:

• response to reading
• letter writing
• poetry
• persuasive writing,
• narrative writing
• how-to writing

3 language skills including:

• nouns
• verbs
• adjectives

ANSWER KEYS

VOCABULARY LISTS BY CHAPTER

An Easel-ready file is included as well as a link to a free Google Slides digital version of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane novel study. For a preview of that resource CLICK HERE.

You will absolutely love this Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane novel study because it works well as a distance learning alternative, in a Daily 5/CAFE setting, as a literature circle reading group log, as well as in a traditionally structured reading class. 

Quick and easy…just print and pass out! The ease of prep and flexible format make it perfect for Read with Someone stations, send-home packets, or even an activity to leave with the substitute. Students will be eagerly interacting with the text and growing as readers! The hardest part of this novel study will be keeping students from reading ahead.

What teachers just like you are saying:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  “This was a fantastic resource! Very well made and was just perfect! Kids definitely enjoyed this and I will use it again and again!”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  “This has been a lifesaver for my distance learning class novel. Thank you!”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “I love how I can use these with specific chapters or skills. Very easy to use!”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Amazing and thorough unit!”

Open the PREVIEW for an in-depth look!

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Pippi Longstocking Novel Study

Geronimo Stilton Novel Study

George's Marvelous Medicine Novel Study

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon Digital Novel Study

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Ready for a novel study for Matilda that you can prep in minutes instead of all weekend? Ready to engage your students in reading Matilda and practice all reading comprehension skills at the same time? How about a top-notch Matilda novel study as easy as hitting the print button? This no-prep novel study for Matilda is exactly what you’re looking for! 

This no-prep novel study for Matilda by Roald Dahl includes vocabulary and reading comprehension questions by chapter. This Matilda novel study also includes the opportunity to practice reading strategies, reading skills, and literacy skills, respond to writing prompts, and review language skills. 

The flexible printable and digital formats make it a breeze to assign skills to practice depending on the needs of your students, the concepts most in need of reinforcing, or even that skill demanded by the curriculum calendar. 

WHAT’S INSIDE THIS NOVEL STUDY FOR MATILDA? 

Teaching instructions and ideas for implementing in your classroom

20 comprehension and vocabulary assignments

19 reading skills assignments including:

• visualization
• inference
• prediction
• similes and metaphors
• sensory images
• connecting to text
• summarization
• generating questions
• character traits
• main idea and details
• compare and contrast
• cause and effect
• fact and opinion
• figurative language
• fantasy vs. reality
• elements of plot
• signposts
• plot diagram
• theme

6 writing prompts and response pages including:

• response to reading
• letter writing
• poetry
• persuasive writing,
• narrative writing
• how-to writing

4 language skills including:

• nouns
• verbs
• adjectives
• adverbs

ANSWER KEYS

An Easel-ready file is included as well as a link to a free Google Slides digital version of the Matilda novel study.

You will absolutely love this Matilda novel study because it works well as a distance learning alternative, in a Daily 5/CAFE setting, as a literature circle reading group log, as well as in a traditionally structured reading class. 

Quick and easy…just print and pass out! The ease of prep and format make it perfect for Read with Someone stations, send-home packets, or even an activity to leave with the substitute. Students will be eagerly interacting with the text and growing as readers! The hardest part of this novel study will be keeping students from reading ahead.

What teachers just like you are saying:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Karen said “This teacher resource for Matilda was extremely appropriate for my class.  I appreciated that there weren't a lot of pictures and busyness to the pages.  I also appreciate that the seller changed the font type to a more legible print for struggling readers.  My class loved Matilda and this teacher source was very helpful for my class of 5th graders.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Ciara said “An excellent resource with a comprehensive abundance of activities and skills for use with Matilda. I really enjoyed using it with my class this year.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Alison said “Very nice! My students loved Matilda and this novel study was very easy to use and follow. Very helpful!”

Open the PREVIEW for an in-depth look!

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Charlie the Chocolate Factory Novel Study

Wonder Novel Study

Tales of a 4th Grade Nothing

Bunnicula Novel Study

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Ready for a novel study for The BFG that you can prep in minutes instead of all weekend? Ready to engage your students in reading the BFG and practice all the reading skills at the same time? How about a top-notch BFG book study as easy as hitting the print button? A no-prep novel study for The BFG is exactly what you’re looking for! 

This no-prep novel study for The BFG by Roald Dahl includes vocabulary and reading comprehension questions by chapter. The BFG novel study also includes the opportunity to practice reading comprehension, reading skills, and literacy skills, respond to writing prompts, and review language skills. 

The flexible format makes it a breeze to assign reading skills to practice depending on the needs of your students, the literacy concepts you are most in need of reinforcing, or even the reading and writing skills demanded by the curriculum calendar. 

What’s inside this comprehensive novel study for The BFG?

Teaching instructions and ideas for implementing in your classroom

23 assignments with comprehension questions by chapter and vocabulary

20 reading skills assignments including:

• visualization
• inference
• prediction
• similes and metaphors
• sensory images
• connecting to text
• summarization
• generating questions
• character traits
• main idea and details
• compare and contrast
• cause and effect
• fact and opinion
• figurative language
• fantasy vs. reality
• elements of plot
• signposts
• plot diagram
• quests
• theme

6 writing prompts and response pages including:

• response to reading
• letter writing
• poetry
• persuasive writing,
• narrative writing
• how-to writing

4 language skills including:

• nouns
• verbs
• adjectives
• adverbs

answer keys

vocabulary lists by chapter

✅ An Easel ready file is included as well as a link to a Google Slides digital version of The BFG novel study.

You will absolutely love this BFG novel study because it works well with book clubs, as a distance learning alternative, in a Daily 5/CAFE setting, as a literature circle reading group log, as well as in a traditionally structured reading class.

Quick and easy…just print and pass out! The ease of prep and format make it perfect for Read with Someone stations, send home packets, or even an activity to leave with the substitute. Students will be eagerly interacting with the text and growing as readers! The hardest part of this novel study will be keeping students from reading ahead.

What teachers just like you are saying:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Christa said: “I like that there are skills mixed in with the comprehension. Great unit!”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sandra said: “Loved this! The kids were engaged and looked forward to what was next in their workbooks I made with this. Thank you so very much.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Kelly said: “Great resource! Easy to prep!”

Open the PREVIEW for an in-depth look!

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3rd Grade Printable and Digital Daily Language Practice MEGA BUNDLE

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon Digital Novel Study

Savvy Novel Study

Inference and Summary with Short Films

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Standards covered (4th grade provided as a sample):

• CCSS.RL.4.1
• CCSS.RL.4.2
• CCSS.RL.4.3
• CCSS.RL.4.4
• CCSS.RL.4.6
• CCSS.RL.4.7
• CCSS.RL.4.9
• CCSS.W.4.1
• CCSS.W.4.2
• CCSS.W.4.3
• CCSS.CCRA.R.1
• CCSS.CCRA.R.2
• CCSS.CCRA.R.3
• CCSS.CCRA.R.4
• CCSS.CCRA.R.5
• CCSS.CCRA.R.6

Ready for a novel study for Bud, Not Buddy that you can prep in minutes instead of all weekend? How about reading comprehension questions that will engage your students in reading Bud, Not Buddy from start to finish? Check out this top-notch Bud, Not Buddy novel study that will make your planning as easy as hitting the print button? This no-prep novel study for Bud, Not Buddy is exactly what you’re looking for! 

This no-prep novel study for Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis includes vocabulary and reading comprehension questions by chapter. This Bud, Not Buddy novel study also includes the opportunity to practice reading strategies, reading comprehension skills, literacy skills, respond to writing prompts, and review language skills. 

The flexible format makes it a breeze to assign reading comprehension skills depending on the needs of your students, the literacy concepts most in need of reinforcing, or even the reading and writing skills demanded by the curriculum calendar. 

WHAT’S INSIDE THIS NOVEL STUDY FOR BUD, NOT BUDDY? 

Teaching instructions and ideas for implementing in your classroom

19 assignments for vocabulary and comprehension questions by chapter

20 reading skills assignments including:

• visualization
• inference
• prediction
• similes and metaphors
• sensory images
• connecting to text
• summarization
• generating questions
• character traits
• main idea and details
• compare and contrast
• cause and effect
• fact and opinion
• figurative language
• fantasy vs. reality
• elements of plot
• signposts
• plot diagram
• theme
• quests

6 writing prompts and response pages including:

• response to reading
• letter writing
• poetry
• persuasive writing,
• narrative writing
• how-to writing

4 language skills including:

• nouns
• verbs
• adjectives
• adverbs

answer key

chapter vocabulary lists

✅ An Easel-ready file is included as well as a link to a free Google Slides digital version of the Bud, Not Buddy novel study.

You will absolutely love this Bud, Not Buddy novel study because it works well as a distance learning alternative, in a Daily 5/CAFE setting, as a literature circle reading group log, as well as in a traditionally structured reading class. 

Quick and easy…just print and pass out! The ease of prep and format make it perfect for Read with Someone stations, send-home packets, or even an activity to leave with the substitute. Students will be eagerly interacting with the text and growing as readers! The hardest part of this novel study will be keeping students from reading ahead.

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Ready for a novel study for James and the Giant Peach that you can prep in minutes instead of all weekend? Ready for reading comprehension questions that engage your students in reading James and the Giant Peach? How about a top-notch James and the Giant Peach activities as easy as hitting the print button? This no-prep novel study for James and the Giant Peach is exactly what you’re looking for! 

This no-prep novel study for James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl includes vocabulary and reading comprehension questions by chapter. This James and the Giant Peach novel study also includes the opportunity to practice reading strategies, reading comprehension skills, literacy skills, respond to writing prompts, and review language skills. 

The flexible format makes it a breeze to assign reading comprehension skills depending on the needs of your students, the literacy concepts most in need of reinforcing, or even the reading and writing skills demanded by the curriculum calendar. 

WHAT’S INSIDE THIS NOVEL STUDY FOR JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH? 

Teaching instructions and ideas for implementing in your classroom

13 assignments for vocabulary and comprehension questions by chapter

20 reading skills assignments including:

• visualization
• inference
• prediction
• similes and metaphors
• sensory images
• connecting to text
• summarization
• generating questions
• character traits
• main idea and details
• compare and contrast
• cause and effect
• fact and opinion
• figurative language
• fantasy vs. reality
• elements of plot
• signposts
• plot diagram
• theme
• quests

6 writing prompts and response pages including:

• response to reading
• letter writing
• poetry
• persuasive writing,
• narrative writing
• how-to writing

4 language skills including:

• nouns
• verbs
• adjectives
• adverbs

answer keys

vocabulary lists

An Easel-ready file is included as well as a link to a free Google Slides digital version of the James and the Giant Peach novel study.

You will absolutely love this James and the Giant Peach novel study because it works well as a distance learning alternative, in a Daily 5/CAFE setting, as a literature circle reading group log, as well as in a traditionally structured reading class. 

Quick and easy…just print and pass out! The ease of prep and format make it perfect for Read with Someone stations, send-home packets, or even activities to leave with the substitute. Students will be eagerly interacting with the text and growing as readers! The hardest part of this novel study will be keeping students from reading ahead.

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Ready for a novel study for Flora and Ulysses that you can prep in minutes instead of all weekend? Ready for comprehension questions that will engage your students in reading Kate DiCamillo's Flora and Ulysses while sparking deep thinkins and practice reading skills at the same time? How about a top-notch Flora and Ulysses novel study as easy as hitting the print button? This no-prep novel study for Flora and Ulysses is exactly what you’re looking for! 

This no-prep novel study for Flora and Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo includes vocabulary and reading comprehension questions by chapter (complete with answer keys). This Flora and Ulysses novel study also includes the opportunity to practice reading strategies, reading skills, and literacy skills, respond to writing prompts, and review language skills. 

The flexible format makes it a breeze to assign reading comprehension skills depending on the needs of your students, the literacy concepts most in need of reinforcing, or even the reading and writing skills demanded by the curriculum calendar. 

WHAT’S INSIDE THIS NOVEL STUDY FOR FLORA AND ULYSSES? 

Teaching instructions and ideas for implementing in your classroom

17 assignments for vocabulary and comprehension questions by chapter

20 reading skills assignments including:

• visualization
• inference
• prediction
• similes and metaphors
• sensory images
• connecting to text
• summarization
• generating questions
• character traits
• main idea and details
• compare and contrast
• cause and effect
• fact and opinion
• figurative language
• fantasy vs. reality
• elements of plot
• signposts
• plot diagram
• theme
• quests

6 writing prompts and response pages including:

• response to reading
• letter writing
• poetry
• persuasive writing
• narrative writing
• how-to writing

3 language skills including:

• nouns
• verbs
• adjectives

ANWER KEYS

An Easel-ready file is included as well as a link to a free Google Slides digital version of the Flora and Ulysses novel study. For a preview of that resource CLICK HERE.

You will absolutely love this Flora and Ulysses novel study because it works well as a distance learning alternative, in a Daily 5/CAFE setting, as a literature circle reading group log, as well as in a traditionally structured reading class. 

Quick and easy…just print and pass out! The ease of prep and format make it perfect for Read with Someone stations, send-home packets, or even an activity to leave with the substitute. Students will be eagerly interacting with the text and growing as readers! The hardest part of this novel study will be keeping students from reading ahead.

What teachers just like you are saying:

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Engage your students with a comprehensive Pre-Reading Historical Introduction to Number the Stars. A Single Shard, and Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry.. These Digital PowerPoint Lessons seamlessly present these novels' significant setting with critical world events of the time. These resources greatly improve comprehension while aligning to standards, ensuring a richer literary experience for all learning styles.

For use with whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual/homeschool classrooms

PowerPoint Slides:

1. **Author Photo and Short Biography** Providing students with a personal connection to the author, enhancing their engagement and understanding of the writer’s influence behind the story.

2. **Historical Fiction Genre** Preparing students to critically analyze how real-world events of the time-period are portrayed through creative storytelling.

3. **Audio Link to Book**Providing an additional resource to support diverse learning styles and ensuring all students can access and engage with the text.

4. **Location Facts, Photos, and Maps** Providing students with a concrete understanding of the setting, enriching their grasp of the historical and geographical context of the story.

5. **Time-period Facts, Photos and Links** Helping students visualize and comprehend the novel’s historical context, deepening their understanding of the events and culture depicted in the story.

6. **Link to Time-period Music** Immersing students in the cultural atmosphere of the era, promoting an emotional connection.

7. **Links to Historical Video Clips** Bringing history to life, providing visual imagery and helping students better understand the events and people of the time-period.

8. **List of Books Written by this Author** Reading other books by the same author is important because it allows students to explore similar themes and styles, fostering a greater interest in literature and a deeper connection with the author's body of work.

9. **Pre and Post Printable Assessments and Answer Key** Crucial for the digital introduction lesson helping to gauge students' initial knowledge and track their progress, ensuring their understanding of the novel.

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new story

· Provide factual backstory to historical fiction text

· Stimulate group discussion

· Create predictions about text

· Use as distance learning resource

· Post on webpage

· Add to electronic notebooks

Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.

This lesson is also available in Google Slides.

Enjoy!

-From Kiwious About Vocab

Engage your students with a comprehensive Pre-Reading Historical Introduction to Number the Stars by Lois Lowry, A Single Shard by Linda Sue Park, and Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred Taylor. These Digital Google Lessons seamlessly present the novel’s significant setting with critical world events of the time. These resources greatly improve comprehension while aligning to standards, ensuring a richer literary experience for all learning styles.

For use with whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual/homeschool classrooms

Google Slides:

1. **Author Photo and Short Biography** Providing students with a personal connection to the author, enhancing their engagement and understanding of the writer’s influence behind the story.

2. **Historical Fiction Genre** Preparing students to critically analyze how real-world events of the time-period are portrayed through creative storytelling.

3. **Audio Link to Book**Providing an additional resource to support diverse learning styles and ensuring all students can access and engage with the text.

4. **Location Facts, Photos, and Maps** Providing students with a concrete understanding of the setting, enriching their grasp of the historical and geographical context of the story.

5. **Time-period Facts, Photos and Links** Helping students visualize and comprehend the novel’s historical context, deepening their understanding of the events and culture depicted in the story.

6. **Link to Time-period Music** Immersing students in the cultural atmosphere of the era, promoting an emotional connection.

7. **Links to Historical Video Clips** Bringing history to life, providing visual imagery and helping students better understand the events and people of the time-period.

8. **List of Books Written by this Author** Reading other books by the same author is important because it allows students to explore similar themes and styles, fostering a greater interest in literature and a deeper connection with the author's body of work.

9. **Pre- and Post- Printable Assessments with Answer Key** Crucial for the digital introduction lesson helping to gauge students' initial knowledge and track their progress, ensuring their understanding of the novel.

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new story

· Provide factual backstory to historical fiction text

· Stimulate group discussion

· Create predictions about text

· Use as distance learning resource

· Post on webpage

· Add to electronic notebooks

Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.

This bundle is also available in PowerPoint.

Enjoy!

-From Kiwious About Vocab

The following has been created as preparation for read aloud, guided reading, literature circles, book clubs, whole group instruction, etc. of historical fiction text.

PURPOSE: This NONFICTION Google Slide BUNDLE provides digital pre-reading resources & factual historical background information for the following classic UPPER ELEMENTARY GRADE novels:

Fever 1793, Where the Red Fern Grows, Esperanza Rising, Number the Stars

GOAL: to prepare each student to read rigorous historical fiction literature by front-loading historical facts to aid comprehension & align to standards

**EACH HISTORICAL Google Slide Lesson:**Please be aware that YOUTUBE LINKS open to a standard warning page which must be clicked to access video.

• Opening slides -

genre, author photo and short bio.

•Setting slides

-Location facts, photos, maps

-Time period facts, photos and links

-Link to period music

-Links to historical video clips

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new story

· Provide factual backstory to historical fiction text

· Stimulate group discussion

· Create predictions about text

· Use as distance learning resource

· Post on webpage for review

· Prep for read aloud, lit. circles, etc.

· Prompt Writing or Research assignments

These lessons are also available in PowerPoint.

Enjoy,

-from Kiwious About Vocab!

Enjoy -from Kiwious About Vocab!

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND FOR 3 NOVELS SET DURING

EARLY AMERICA bundle includes 3 texts :

"Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson BL 5.2

"Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson BL 4.4

"Riding Freedom" by Pam Munoz Ryan BL 4.5

These 3 introductory historical lessons provide digital pre-reading information for the author, genre, and setting. Historical facts, photo visuals, and video clips clearly support the details of the text.

EACH POWERPOINT CONTAINS:

**HISTORICAL SLIDES filled with links to critical information, factual videos & time period music...**Please be aware that YOUTUBE LINKS open to a standard warning page which must be clicked to access video.

Opening slide
-genre, author photo and short author bio.

Setting slides
-Location facts, photos, maps
-Time period facts, photos and links
-Link to period music
-Links to historical video clips

World Event slides

-The World Events which shape the context of each novel set during Early America are explained through rich photos, maps, and video links. The huge impact these events had on the people living during this time-period is presented to better set the stage for reading.

GOAL: to prepare each student to read rigorous historical fiction literature by front-loading historical facts to aid comprehension & align to standards

AUDIENCE: whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual classrooms

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new story
· Provide backstory to text
· Stimulate group discussion
· Create predictions about text
· Use as distance learning resource
· Post on webpage for review

PRINTABLE USES: Worksheets, word walls, interactive notebooks

Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.

This bundle is also available in Google Slides.

Enjoy!

-from Kiwious About Vocab!

Engage your students with these Pre-Reading Historical Introductions to 4 BIBLICALLY-BASED, Christian novels. These Digital Google Lessons seamlessly present the background to each novel's significant setting with critical world events of the time-period. These resources greatly improve comprehension while aligning to standards, ensuring a richer literary experience for all learning styles.

• Where the Red Fern Grows by Rawls Wilson -audiobook link included

• The Sign of the Beaver by Elizabeth George Speare -audiobook link included

• Across Five Aprils by Irene Hunt - audiobook link included

• Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred Taylor

For use with whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual/homeschool classrooms

Each Google Slides presentation includes:

1. **Author Photo and Short Biography** Providing students with a personal connection to the author, enhancing their engagement and understanding of the writer’s influence behind the story.

2. **Historical Fiction Genre** Preparing students to critically analyze how real-world events of the time-period are portrayed through creative storytelling.

3. **Audio Link to Book**Providing an additional resource to support diverse learning styles and ensuring all students can access and engage with the text.

4. **Location Facts, Photos, and Maps** Providing students with a concrete understanding of the setting, enriching their grasp of the historical and geographical context of the story.

5. **Time-period Facts, Photos and Links** Helping students visualize and comprehend the novel’s historical context, deepening their understanding of the events and culture depicted in the story.

6. **Link to Time-period Music** Immersing students in the cultural atmosphere of the era, promoting an emotional connection.

7. **Links to Historical Video Clips** Bringing history to life, providing visual imagery and helping students better understand the events and people of the time-period.

8. **List of Books Written by each Author** Reading other books by the same author is important because it allows students to explore similar themes and styles, fostering a greater interest in literature and a deeper connection with the author's body of work.

9. **Pre- and Post- Printable Assessments with Answer Keys** Crucial for the digital introduction lesson helping to gauge students' initial knowledge and track their progress, ensuring their understanding of the novel.

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new story

· Provide factual backstory to historical fiction text

· Stimulate group discussion

· Create predictions about text

· Use as distance learning resource

· Post on webpage

· Add to electronic notebooks

Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.

This lesson is also available in PowerPoint.

Enjoy!

-From Kiwious About Vocab

Engage your students with these Pre-Reading Historical Introductions to 4 BIBLICALLY-BASED, Christian novels. These Digital Powerpoint lessons seamlessly present the background to each novel's significant setting with critical world events of the time period. These resources greatly improve comprehension while aligning to standards, ensuring a richer literary experience for all learning styles.

• Where the Red Fern Grows by Rawls Wilson -*audiobook link included

• The Sign of the Beaver by Elizabeth George Speare -*audiobook link included

• Across Five Aprils by Irene Hunt - *audiobook link included

• Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred Taylor

For use with whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual/homeschool classrooms

Each POWERPOINT presentation includes:

1. **Author Photo and Short Biography** Providing students with a personal connection to the author, enhancing their engagement and understanding of the writer’s influence behind the story.

2. **Historical Fiction Genre** Preparing students to critically analyze how real-world events of the time-period are portrayed through creative storytelling.

3. **Audio Link to Book**Providing an additional resource to support diverse learning styles and ensuring all students can access and engage with the text.

4. **Location Facts, Photos, and Maps** Providing students with a concrete understanding of the setting, enriching their grasp of the historical and geographical context of the story.

5. **Time-period Facts, Photos and Links** Helping students visualize and comprehend the novel’s historical context, deepening their understanding of the events and culture depicted in the story.

6. **Link to Time-period Music** Immersing students in the cultural atmosphere of the era, promoting an emotional connection.

7. **Links to Historical Video Clips** Bringing history to life, providing visual imagery and helping students better understand the events and people of the time-period.

8. **List of Books Written by each Author** Reading other books by the same author is important because it allows students to explore similar themes and styles, fostering a greater interest in literature and a deeper connection with the author's body of work.

9. **Pre- and Post- Printable Assessments with Answer Keys** Crucial for the digital introduction lesson helping to gauge students' initial knowledge and track their progress, ensuring their understanding of the novel.

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new story

· Provide factual backstory to historical fiction text

· Stimulate group discussion

· Create predictions about text

· Use as distance learning resource

· Post on webpage

· Add to electronic notebooks

Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.

This lesson is also available in Google Slides!

Enjoy!

-From Kiwious About Vocab

Engage your students with these Pre-Reading Historical Introductions to 4 superb novels; perfect for read-aloud! These Digital GOOGLE SLIDE lessons seamlessly present background information for each novel's setting and the critical world events of the time-period. These resources greatly improve comprehension while aligning to standards, ensuring a richer literary experience for all learning styles.

• Number the Stars by Lois Lowry

• Bud Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis -*audiobook link included

• Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan

• The Watsons Go To Birmingham by Christopher Paul Curtis-*audiobook link included

For use with whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual/homeschool classrooms

Each GOOGLE SLIDE presentation includes:

1. **Author Photo and Short Biography** Providing students with a personal connection to the author, enhancing their engagement and understanding of the writer’s influence behind the story.

2. **Historical Fiction Genre** Preparing students to critically analyze how real-world events of the time-period are portrayed through creative storytelling.

3. **Audio Link to Book**Providing an additional resource to support diverse learning styles and ensuring all students can access and engage with the text.

4. **Location Facts, Photos, and Maps** Providing students with a concrete understanding of the setting, enriching their grasp of the historical and geographical context of the story.

5. **Time-period Facts, Photos and Links** Helping students visualize and comprehend the novel’s historical context, deepening their understanding of the events and culture depicted in the story.

6. **Link to Time-period Music** Immersing students in the cultural atmosphere of the era, promoting an emotional connection.

7. **Links to Historical Video Clips** Bringing history to life, providing visual imagery and helping students better understand the events and people of the time-period.

8. **List of Books Written by each Author** Reading other books by the same author is important because it allows students to explore similar themes and styles, fostering a greater interest in literature and a deeper connection with the author's body of work.

9. **Pre- and Post- Printable Assessments with Answer Keys** Crucial for the digital introduction lesson helping to gauge students' initial knowledge and track their progress, ensuring their understanding of the novel.

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new story

· Provide factual backstory to historical fiction text

· Stimulate group discussion

· Create predictions about text

· Use as distance learning resource

· Post on webpage

· Add to electronic notebooks

Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.

This lesson is also available in Google Slides!

Enjoy!

-From Kiwious About Vocab

Engage your students with these Pre-Reading Historical Introductions to 4 superb novels; perfect for read-aloud! These Digital POWERPOINT lessons seamlessly present background information for each novel's setting and the critical world events of the time-period. These resources greatly improve comprehension while aligning to standards, ensuring a richer literary experience for all learning styles.

• Number the Stars by Lois Lowry

• Bud Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis -*audiobook link included

• Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan

• The Watsons Go To Birmingham by Christopher Paul Curtis-*audiobook link included

For use with whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual/homeschool classrooms

Each POWERPOINT presentation includes:

1. **Author Photo and Short Biography** Providing students with a personal connection to the author, enhancing their engagement and understanding of the writer’s influence behind the story.

2. **Historical Fiction Genre** Preparing students to critically analyze how real-world events of the time-period are portrayed through creative storytelling.

3. **Audio Link to Book**Providing an additional resource to support diverse learning styles and ensuring all students can access and engage with the text.

4. **Location Facts, Photos, and Maps** Providing students with a concrete understanding of the setting, enriching their grasp of the historical and geographical context of the story.

5. **Time-period Facts, Photos and Links** Helping students visualize and comprehend the novel’s historical context, deepening their understanding of the events and culture depicted in the story.

6. **Link to Time-period Music** Immersing students in the cultural atmosphere of the era, promoting an emotional connection.

7. **Links to Historical Video Clips** Bringing history to life, providing visual imagery and helping students better understand the events and people of the time-period.

8. **List of Books Written by each Author** Reading other books by the same author is important because it allows students to explore similar themes and styles, fostering a greater interest in literature and a deeper connection with the author's body of work.

9. **Pre- and Post- Printable Assessments with Answer Keys** Crucial for the digital introduction lesson helping to gauge students' initial knowledge and track their progress, ensuring their understanding of the novel.

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new story

· Provide factual backstory to historical fiction text

· Stimulate group discussion

· Create predictions about text

· Use as distance learning resource

· Post on webpage

· Add to electronic notebooks

Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.

This lesson is also available in Google Slides!

Enjoy!

-From Kiwious About Vocab