Wonder Novel Study | Wonder Unit Study | Comprehension Questions and Answer Keys
By Jennifer Arnold
Are you looking for a way to truly engage your students while fostering empathy, understanding, and critical thinking?
This Wonder Novel Study is more than just worksheets; it was created by someone who intimately understands what it’s like to live with a facial difference and raise children with similar experiences.
This novel study for Wonder by R.J. Palacio includes printable and digital versions.
There are over 100 pages of student work, plus answer keys! This novel study covers all 8 sections of the novel, and it also includes a Google Slides option for some of the novel study assignments.
INCLUDES:
Overview
Background info about the author
Learning about Facial Differences
Analyzing the Plot
Character Maps for main characters
Social media activity- create a social media profile for the main characters
Figurative Language
Figurative Language Scavenger Hunt
Book vs Movie Activities
Venn Diagram - Book vs. movie
Reflection Questions
Point of View Activity
Textual evidence prompts
Textual evidence exercise
Vocabulary from the Book: Parts 1-8
Printable vocabulary flashcards
Vocabulary activity for each section with answer keys when applicable
Vocabulary Bingo game with words from all sections which comes as a separate file from the novel study.
Comprehension questions for parts 1-8 with answer keys
Empathy and Kindness project and activity options
Design your own Choose Kindness T-shirt
Art and music connection activity option
Facial differences discussion questions
Journal prompts
Acrostic poem template
Precept poster activity
ALIGNS WITH COMMON CORE:
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.5.1 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.5.2 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.5.3 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.5.4 RL.5.7: CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.5.4 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.5.5 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.6.1 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.6.2 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.6.3 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.6.4 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.6.5 RL.6.7 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6.4 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6.5 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6.6 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.7.1 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.7.2 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.7.3 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.7.4 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.8.2 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.8.3 RL.8.7
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
3 files:
112 Printable PDF Pages of the Wonder Novel Study
28 Printable PDF -Wonder Vocabulary Bingo Game- covers vocab from all 8 sections
PDF with link to access the Google Slides - 32 pages
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
This is a digital download. You will not receive anything in the mail.
Please use a computer to download and not your phone.
This file is for personal use only and may not be reproduced or sold commercially.
I don't accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations. But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
Thank you! :)
-Jennifer
Copyright © 2024 ArnoldWellnessDesign
Figurative Language Lesson Plan and PowerPoint | Activities | Worksheets
By Queen's Educational Resources
Figurative Language Lesson Plan and PowerPoint | Activities | Worksheets
About This Resource
★ Figurative Language
★ Lesson, PowerPoint, Activities, Assessment
★ Total of 102 pages (Absolutely no “nonsense” pages | slides)
★ Print and Digital
★ Full Lesson PACKET | 45 pages
★ Editable Lesson Plan | 5 pages (Modify as you wish)
★ Lesson POWERPOINT | 46 slides
★ Test/Assessment | 6 pages (with Answer Key)
★ Duration: 2-3 days
★ Suitable for grades 6-9, Special Ed, and English Language Learners
★ NO PREP Packet
Items in this product include:
☆ POWERPOINT (46 slides – very visually appealing!!)
☆ In-depth Lesson Plan (5 pages –PDF File)
☆ EDITABLE Lesson Plan (5 pages)
☆ 2 Figurative Language Note-Taking Sheets and Answer Key
☆ 2 Differentiated Do Now Worksheets and Answer Key
☆ 2 Mini Lesson Figurative Language Types Worksheets and Answer Key
☆ 2 Simile Practice Worksheets and Answer Key
☆ 2 Metaphor Practice Worksheets and Answer Key
☆ 2 Hyperbole Practice Worksheets and Answer Key
☆ 2 Idioms Practice Worksheets and Answer Key
☆ 2 Personification Practice Worksheets and Answer Key
☆ 2 Onomatopoeia Practice Worksheets and Answer Key
☆ 1 Passage Figurative Language Practice Worksheet and Answer Key
☆ Teacher’s Step-by-Step Direction Page for Flap Book Activity (with pictures)
☆ 2 Interactive Flap Book Pages to choose from (for activity)
☆ 1 Lesson Reflection Sheet
☆ Figurative Language Test/Assessment and Answer Key (31 questions)
GOOGLE SLIDES versions:
☆ PowerPoint
☆ All lesson practice worksheets
☆ Assessment
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This resource is also included in Google Slides! Text boxes have already been created to make it easier for you and your students! Each slide includes two instruction solution tabs for when students accidentally delete text boxes and when they want to zoom in (to enlarge worksheets). It's super helpful for students who are not that familiar with how to use Google Slides or need the extra assistance.
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RESOURCE BREAKDOWN:
▶️ Lesson Plan
This comprehensive Lesson Plan Packet aims to assist students in:
This detailed Figurative Language Lesson covers simile, metaphor, hyperbole, idiom, personification, and onomatopoeia. It offers multiple opportunities for students to practice identifying these elements in writing and understanding their meanings. What sets this lesson plan apart is its step-by-step instructions for teachers, ensuring straightforward delivery and guidance. Each section of the lesson includes visual cues with small worksheet images on the left side, making it easy to navigate and use effectively.
***An editable version of the lesson plan is also included so you can customize it as needed!
▶️ Practice Worksheets (Print and Digital)
Each figurative language type includes two practice worksheets, along with Answer Keys, to assist you in teaching this lesson effectively and providing ample practice for students to identify and deepen their understanding of each type of figurative language.
▶️ This resource is also available on Google Slides! Text boxes have been pre-created to simplify use for both you and your students. Each slide features two instruction solution tabs, aiding students who may accidentally delete text boxes or wish to zoom in for a closer look at worksheets. This feature is especially beneficial for students who are less familiar with Google Slides or who require additional assistance.
▶️ PowerPoint (PowerPoint and GOOGLE SLIDES)
Furthermore, a 46-slide PowerPoint comprehensively covers the entire lesson. It includes stunning graphics that vividly depict the meanings of the featured figurative language types. Certain slides feature engaging urban-style graphics designed to captivate students' interest, ensuring they gain a thorough understanding of the lesson's content.
❌ The PowerPoint slides cannot be edited due to copyright restrictions imposed by the contributing font and clip art artists.
✅ The PowerPoint slides and lesson worksheets are also available in Google Slides! This allows you the flexibility to easily share these resources with your students.
▶️ Flap Book Interactive Activity
This resource features a fun and engaging interactive activity where students create flap books to write example sentences illustrating each figurative language type (simile, metaphor, hyperbole, idiom, personification, and onomatopoeia). They can personalize their flap books with colors, making them a wonderful addition to your bulletin boards. This activity can be completed independently, in pairs, or in groups according to your preference. Step-by-step instructions with pictures for teachers are also provided!
▶️ Assessment / Test (Print and Digital)
Lastly, there is a comprehensive test featuring 31 questions, including multiple-choice, matching, and one short-answer question. The Answer Key for the test is also included!
▶️ Answer Keys
Each worksheet includes a detailed Answer Key, eliminating the need for you to create answers yourself! These Answer Keys ensure smooth delivery of the lesson and PowerPoint.
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Other Figurative Language resources you might be interested in:
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❤️ Figurative Language Practice Worksheet Bundle
❤️ Figurative Language in Music Worksheet and Key
❤️ Figurative Language Interactive Activity Packet
❤️ Figurative Language in Literature Graphic Organizers
❤️ Figurative Language Exit Slips, Quizzes, and Answer Keys
❤️ Figurative Language Task Cards and Answer Keys
❤️ Figurative Language Posters
Figurative Language Practice Worksheets:
❤️ Figurative Language Practice Worksheets, Test, and Key (Combo)
❤️ Personification Practice Worksheets, Test, and Answer Keys
❤️ Metaphor Practice Worksheets, Test, and Answer Keys
❤️ Hyperbole Practice Worksheets, Test, and Answer Keys
❤️ Simile Practice Worksheets, Test, and Answer Keys
❤️ Idioms Practice Worksheets, Test, and Answer Keys
❤️ Onomatopoeia Practice Worksheets, Test, and Answer Keys
Figurative Language Tests:
❤️ Figurative Language Test and Answer Key Bundle
❤️ Figurative Language Combination Test and Answer Keys
❤️ Simile Test and Answer Keys
❤️ Metaphor Test and Answer Keys
❤️ Hyperbole Test and Answer Keys
❤️ Idiom Test and Answer Keys
❤️ Personification Test and Answer Keys
❤️ Onomatopoeia Test and Answer Keys
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Number Stars, Single Shard, Roll of Thunder-Digital Background Info Introduction
By Kiwious About Vocab
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
Story Elements Bundle: Mini Lessons, Interactive Notebooks & Graphic Organizers
By Aimee in Elementary
This comprehensive resource is designed to engage students in exploring characterization, setting, plot, conflict, and theme through detailed mini lessons, interactive notebooks, and graphic organizers.
This bundle is perfect for teachers looking to enrich their students' literary analysis skills during any novel study or independent reading book. It provides all the tools needed to delve into essential story elements such as characterization, setting, plot, conflict, and theme.
What's Included:
Characterization:
Setting:
Plot:
Conflict:
Theme:
Get your students excited about literature and enhance their analytical skills with the Complete Story Elements Bundle: Mini Lessons, Interactive Notebooks & Graphic Organizers!
BUNDLE-Nutcracker Themed Literature Bundle
By Meggen Loew
Nutcracker Literature Bundle: ($18 value)
Combines The Nutcracker and the Mouse King Picture Book Study and the Nutcracked Novel Study and Vocabulary Unit.
Nutcracker and the Mouse King Picture Book Study ($5 Value)
This study works excellent as an introduction to studying the Nutcracker Ballet.
Using the picture book The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, the original Story by ETA Hoffman, illustrated by Gail de Marcken, and the Story adapted by Wren Mayse. The materials aim to enhance the readers understanding and interpretation of the Story.
What is Included: 23 Pages Total
· Goal and Instructional Pages for Teacher
· Lesson Plans for 10-days of lessons
· Pre-Reading Notes Page (1 page)
· Discussion Questions (9 pages)
· Story Outline (Plot Outline) (2 pages)
· Battle Plan Outline (2 pages)
· Answer Keys (4 pages)
Nutcracked Novel Study and Vocabulary ($8 Value)
Novel Study: These materials for Susan Adrian's novel Nutcracked aim to enhance readers' understanding and interpretation of the Story.
What is Included: 40 Pages
· Goal and Instructional Pages for Teacher
· Lesson Plans for 15-days of lessons- Incorporate vocabulary work in
· Discussion Questions (11 pages)
· Reality vs. Fantasy-Journal (1 page)
· Reality vs. Fantasy-Teaching Worksheet Activity (1 page)
· Reality vs. Fantasy-2 Worksheets (1 page each)
· Georgie's Problems (Conflict Worksheet) (1 page)
· Plot Diagram (1 page)
· Final Test (2 Options) (2 pages each)
· Answer Keys (8 pages)
Vocabulary: -In general, the goal for finding vocabulary words within a novel is to have students encounter words they may not have seen or heard before and then understand their meaning in the text and their everyday lives.
What is Included: 31 Pages
· Goals and Instructional Pages for Teacher
· Master Word Lists (3 pages)
· Student Dictionary (11 pages)
· Crossword Puzzles (3 pages)
· Word Search (1 page)
· Vocabulary in Context Worksheet (2 pages)
· Final Test (1 page)
· Answer Keys (6 pages)
This Bundle also includes a Bundle Guide: 8 Pages ($3 value)
· Goals and Instructions for the Bundle
· Brief Bundle Overview
· Full Bundle Lesson Plans (helps combine the two units into one)
Look to pair this Bundle with other Nutcracker Christmas School Activities. A complete 20-Day Christmas School Unit is available as a bundle through my website or TeachShare storefront.
Wonder Novel Study | Wonder Unit Study | Comprehension Questions and Answer Keys
By Jennifer Arnold
Are you looking for a way to truly engage your students while fostering empathy, understanding, and critical thinking?
This Wonder Novel Study is more than just worksheets; it was created by someone who intimately understands what it’s like to live with a facial difference and raise children with similar experiences.
This novel study for Wonder by R.J. Palacio includes printable and digital versions.
There are over 100 pages of student work, plus answer keys! This novel study covers all 8 sections of the novel, and it also includes a Google Slides option for some of the novel study assignments.
INCLUDES:
Overview
Background info about the author
Learning about Facial Differences
Analyzing the Plot
Character Maps for main characters
Social media activity- create a social media profile for the main characters
Figurative Language
Figurative Language Scavenger Hunt
Book vs Movie Activities
Venn Diagram - Book vs. movie
Reflection Questions
Point of View Activity
Textual evidence prompts
Textual evidence exercise
Vocabulary from the Book: Parts 1-8
Printable vocabulary flashcards
Vocabulary activity for each section with answer keys when applicable
Vocabulary Bingo game with words from all sections which comes as a separate file from the novel study.
Comprehension questions for parts 1-8 with answer keys
Empathy and Kindness project and activity options
Design your own Choose Kindness T-shirt
Art and music connection activity option
Facial differences discussion questions
Journal prompts
Acrostic poem template
Precept poster activity
ALIGNS WITH COMMON CORE:
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.5.1 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.5.2 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.5.3 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.5.4 RL.5.7: CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.5.4 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.5.5 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.6.1 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.6.2 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.6.3 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.6.4 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.6.5 RL.6.7 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6.4 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6.5 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6.6 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.7.1 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.7.2 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.7.3 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.7.4 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.8.2 CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.8.3 RL.8.7
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
3 files:
112 Printable PDF Pages of the Wonder Novel Study
28 Printable PDF -Wonder Vocabulary Bingo Game- covers vocab from all 8 sections
PDF with link to access the Google Slides - 32 pages
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
This is a digital download. You will not receive anything in the mail.
Please use a computer to download and not your phone.
This file is for personal use only and may not be reproduced or sold commercially.
I don't accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations. But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
Thank you! :)
-Jennifer
Copyright © 2024 ArnoldWellnessDesign
The Raven, The Cask of Amontillado, The Tell-Tale Heart digital Intro & Vocab
By Kiwious About Vocab
"The Raven," "The Cask of Amontillado," and "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe: these introductory lessons provide digital pre-reading information for the author, genre, and setting. The lessons also include vocabulary study, practice and assessments.
GOAL: to prepare each student to read rigorous literature by front-loading story elements critical to comprehension aligned to standards
AUDIENCE: whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual classrooms
PDF FILE. Plus, each ZIP file comes with a PDF folder containing 8 printable worksheets to be used with the PPT lesson! These printables include Connotation and Grammar sort, Word Study, and Vocabulary Quiz with optional word bank and answer key.
EACH POWERPOINT:
1. **Author Bio:** To connect vocabulary with real-world context, we provide author biographies related to each short story. This adds depth to the lesson, allowing students to appreciate the words in the context of the author's life experience.
2. **Setting**: highly informative slides include maps, historical images and intriguing video links to prepare students to have a deeper understanding of the location and time period in which the story takes place. This is a crucial element when preparing students to read outside their own worldview.
3. **Vocab with Concise Definitions :** (See individual lessons for vocabulary words) Our PowerPoint lesson provides clear and concise definitions for challenging vocabulary words, ensuring that students understand the meaning of each word in context as it appears in the text.
4.**Bold Photos:** Visual learners will thrive with our visually appealing slides, featuring bold and relevant images that help reinforce vocabulary concepts and make learning more engaging.
5.**Parts of Speech:** Understanding the parts of speech is crucial for effective language comprehension. Our lesson includes sections dedicated to identifying the part of speech for each vocabulary word.
6. **Grammar Review & Sort** Strengthen language skills with integrated grammar review sections, ensuring students can apply the vocabulary words correctly in their own writing and communication.
7. **Connotation Review & Sort** Dive deeper into vocabulary nuances by exploring the connotations of words, helping students grasp the subtle shades of meaning and usage.
8.**Context Clues Sentences:** Our lesson includes carefully curated sentences that employ context clues, enabling students to decipher word meanings from surrounding text. This fosters independent comprehension skills. These worksheets can be used for practice or assessment.
9.**Quizlet Practice:** Reinforce learning and encourage self-assessment with Quizlet practice sets tailored to the vocabulary words covered in the lesson. This interactive tool allows students to review and quiz themselves.
10**PDF file** 9 organizers, activities, and quizzes
11 **Fun Fact** photos and video links are inserted throughout to bring important elements of the story into context and aid comprehension
DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:
· Introduce new story
· Provide backstory to text
· Stimulate group discussion/prediction
· Create predictions about text
· Use as distance learning resource
· Post on webpage for review
· Add to electronic notebooks
· Provide test review
· Prompt Writing or Research assignments
· Grammar study / parts of speech
· Discuss Word Connotation
PRINTABLE USES: word walls and interactive notebooks
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AUTHOR STUDY O. HENRY Ransom of Redchief, Heart/Hands, biography report template
By Kiwious About Vocab
THIS AUTHOR STUDY will provide factual information, explore published work samples, and supply a digital scaffolded research organizer so students may complete an AUTHOR STUDY FOR O. HENRY.
*The 2 PREREADING PowerPoint lessons provide digital pre-reading resources, historical background info, vocabulary word study, practice, and assessment for two of Henry’s short stories : PDF LINKS to texts, AUTHOR INTERVIEW LINK, LINKS FOR BIOGRAPHICAL RESEARCH included.
*These lessons have been paired with the DIGITAL BIOGRAPHY RESEARCH TEMPLATE to create a full AUTHOR STUDY bundle .
EACH SHORT STORY PREREADING LESSON INCLUDES
PLUS!
EDITABLE BIOGRAPHY RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE digital PowerPoint presentation
EDITABLE BIOGRAPHY RESEARCH TEMPLATE
This PowerPoint template has been designed to assist students in creating a well organized nonfiction biography project. The editable slides are highly organized with slide titles needed for a thorough project. Questions and prompts are included so students will always include all critical information. Teachers can adapt the template to their needs and the needs of their students.
The template is perfect to support Special Education students, ESL students, struggling students, or guide the entire class! Nonfiction design includes elements such as topic, main idea, factual details, paraphrasing, and citations. The slides are logically organized and allow for adding photos or drawings . Slides can be deleted and others added where needed.
The end product may be used as a Reading assessment. This Digital Editable PowerPoint template will allow all students to complete their NONFICTION Biography Project and present an end product they are proud of!
READ ALOUD Introduction BUNDLE- 4 novel BACKGROUND INFO lessons POWERPOINT
By 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
READ ALOUD Introduction BUNDLE- 4 novel BACKGROUND INFO lessons Google Slides
By 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
Novels for Christian School Classroom, 4 Powerpoint Pre-reading Introductions
By 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!
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Novels for the Christian School Classroom, 4 Google Pre-reading Introductions
By 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!
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Early American Novels, Historical Fic,Background Information Introductions -PPT
By 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!
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Digital Background Information Introduction To 4 Novels-Google
By 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!
Number Stars, Single Shard, Roll of Thunder-Digital Background Info Introduction
By 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
Number the Stars PRE & POST reading: Background History, Vocabulary, Review Game
By Kiwious About Vocab
THIS MEGA-BUNDLE INCLUDES PRE READING DIGITAL INTRODUCTION, VOCABULARY FOR ALL CHAPTERS, AND POST REVIEW CARD GAME FOR NUMBER THE STARS BY LOIS LOWRY.
1. Pre:
PURPOSE: This NONFICTION PowerPoint Introduction lesson provides digital resources & factual historical context & background information in preparation for reading Number the Stars by Lois Lowry. BL 4.5
GOAL: to prepare each student to understand the historical background of the novel by front-loading facts to aid comprehension
AUDIENCE: whole or small group for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual classrooms. This product is ideal for preparing READ ALOUD, LITERATURE CIRCLES, or BOOK CLUBS.
HISTORICAL POWERPOINT: 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.
-audio link
•Setting slides
-Location facts, photos, maps
-Time period facts, photos and links
-Link to period music
-Links to historical video clip
*Assessments -Pre and Post historical assessments
2. Pre:
Animated Vocabulary slides (definition, photo, part of speech) for EVERY chapter in the novel
Vocabulary quizzes - one quiz for EVERY 5 chapters
8 PDF printable graphic organizers for all Vocabulary
3. Post:
REVIEW GAME post-reading activity for novel Number the Stars by Lois Lowry.
This interactive card game has been specifically designed to review the novel with comprehension questions and answers woven into the playing of "THE RESISTANCE" review card game.
This printable card game is made for groups of 2-4 players with 64 playing cards and 32 question/answer cards. The game is made to be played similarly to the card game "WAR". *Cards can be printed in COLOR or BLACK and WHITE.
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 notebook
* Review for test
Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.
Enjoy -from Kiwious About Vocab!
LITERATURE CLASSICS: 4 short story digital introduction & vocab in POWERPOINT
By Kiwious About Vocab
This introductory Powerpoint BUNDLE provides digital pre-reading information for the author, genre, and setting. These lessons also include vocabulary study, practice, and assessment.
CLASSIC BUNDLE:
THE LOTTERY by Shirley Jackson, THE RAVEN by Edgar Allan Poe, THANK YOU MA'AM by Langston Hughes, THE RANSOM OF RED CHIEF by O. Henry
GOAL: to prepare each student to read rigorous literature by front-loading story elements critical to comprehension and aligned to standards
AUDIENCE: whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual classrooms
PDF FILE: Each comes with a PDF folder containing 8 printable worksheets to be used with the Google Slide lesson! These printables include Connotation and Grammar sort, Word Study, and Vocabulary Quiz with optional word bank and answer key.
• Opening slide
-genre, author photo and short bio.
-PDF of short story
• Setting slides:
-Location photos with map
-Time period photos with live link to period music clip!
*Vibrant Vocabulary Google Slides: see each item description for word lists
-bold photos appear without definition for inference making
-part of speech
-concise definition
• Differentiated Worksheet: used as a pretest, posttest, or practice
• Quizlet practice link
• Part of speech sort
* Word connotation sort
*Vocabulary Organizer
*Prereading Discussion Questions
DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:
· Introduce classic short stories
· Provide backstory to literary text
· Stimulate group discussion
· Create predictions about text
· Use as distance learning resource
· Post on webpage for review
· Add to electronic notebooks
· Provide test review
· Prompt Writing or Research assignments
· Grammar study / parts of speech
· Discuss Word Connotation
PRINTABLE USES: word walls and interactive notebooks
****Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.
Total Pages
31 slides 8 printables
Answer Key
Included
Teaching Duration
55 minutes
3 Edgar Allan Poe Short Stories/Poem Digital Introduction & Vocab Google Slides
By Kiwious About Vocab
"The Raven," "The Tell-Tale Hear" and "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe: these introductory Google Slide lessons provide digital pre-reading information for the author, genre, and setting. The lessons also include vocabulary study, practice, and assessments.
-PDF Link included
GOAL: to prepare each student to read rigorous literature by front-loading story elements critical to comprehension aligned to standards
AUDIENCE: whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual classrooms
EACH GOOGLE SLIDE LESSON:
1. **Author Bio:** To connect vocabulary with real-world context, we provide author biographies related to each short story. This adds depth to the lesson, allowing students to appreciate the words in the context of the author's life experience.
2. **Setting**: highly informative slides include maps, historical images and intriguing video links to prepare students to have a deeper understanding of the location and time period in which the story takes place. This is a crucial element when preparing students to read outside their own worldview.
3. **Vocab with Concise Definitions :** Our PowerPoint lesson provides clear and concise definitions for challenging vocabulary words, ensuring that students understand the meaning of each word in context as it appears in the text.
4.**Bold Photos:** Visual learners will thrive with our visually appealing slides, featuring bold and relevant images that help reinforce vocabulary concepts and make learning more engaging.
5.**Parts of Speech:** Understanding the parts of speech is crucial for effective language comprehension. Our lesson includes sections dedicated to identifying the part of speech for each vocabulary word.
6. **Grammar Review & Sort** Strengthen language skills with integrated grammar review sections, ensuring students can apply the vocabulary words correctly in their own writing and communication.
7. **Connotation Review & Sort** Dive deeper into vocabulary nuances by exploring the connotations of words, helping students grasp the subtle shades of meaning and usage.
8.**Context Clues Sentences:** Our lesson includes carefully curated sentences that employ context clues, enabling students to decipher word meanings from surrounding text. This fosters independent comprehension skills. These worksheets can be used for practice or assessment.
9.**Quizlet Practice:** Reinforce learning and encourage self-assessment with Quizlet practice sets tailored to the vocabulary words covered in the lesson. This interactive tool allows students to review and quiz themselves.
10**PDF file** 9 organizers, activities, and quizzes
11 **Fun Fact** photos and video links are inserted throughout to bring important elements of the story into context and aid comprehension
DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:
· Introduce new story
· Provide backstory to text
· Stimulate group discussion/prediction
· Create predictions about text
· Use as distance learning resource
· Post on webpage for review
· Add to electronic notebooks
· Provide test review
· Prompt Writing or Research assignments
· Grammar study / parts of speech
· Discuss Word Connotation
PRINTABLE USES: word walls and interactive notebooks
This bundle is also available in PowerPoint.
Enjoy -from Kiwious About Vocab!