World History Literature Circles

World War II fiction novels offer high school teachers a powerful tool for engaging students in historical learning. These novels provide immersive experiences that transport readers into the tumultuous era of the 1940s, allowing them to witness the human experience amidst the chaos of war. Through compelling characters and gripping narratives, students can gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of the conflict, including its causes, consequences, and the diverse perspectives of those involved. Moreover, reading World War II fiction encourages critical thinking and empathy as students explore themes of resilience, sacrifice, and the impact of war on individuals and societies. By delving into these narratives, students not only enhance their historical knowledge but also develop important skills in analysis, interpretation, and perspective-taking, making World War II fiction an invaluable addition to any high school curriculum.

This list is by no means exhaustive but it contains newer as well as classic titles, many of which have been made into movies. Share this list with students for reading suggestions over the break or during the school year for book reports or other assignments. Or use for a student book club or even your own book club! World War II historical fiction is quite popular right now!!!

I admit that my own historical fiction novel, Hearts at War, is on the list! I wrote this novel with the high school student in mind, in order to delve deeper into life on the home front for those coming-of-age. The story centers around a Japanese-American boy and a Caucasian girl who grow up in Southern California and then follows how their lives diverge once Pearl Harbor is attacked. Students might be surprised to learn that Japanese-American Nisei served as secret translators in the Pacific theater of war during World War II. I wanted that piece of history to come to light which has been hidden for far too long.

Engage your students with a comprehensive Pre-Reading Historical Introduction to A Single Shard and A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park. 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 bundle is also available in Google Slides.

Enjoy!

-From Kiwious About Vocab

Engage your students with a comprehensive Pre-Reading Historical Introduction to Fever 1793, Where the Red Fern Grows, Esperanza Rising and Number the Stars. . These Digital PowerPoint 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

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 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 Google Slides.

Enjoy!

-From Kiwious About Vocab

Engage your students with a comprehensive Pre-Reading Historical Introduction to Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls and A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park. These Digital PowerPoint 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

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 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 Google Slides.

Enjoy!

-From 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

This HISTORICAL PREREADING POWERPOINT 12 BOOK BUNDLE IS MADE OF 12 ppt. lessons designed to immerse students in the world of these classic historical fiction novels. These background POWER POINT LESSONS enrich a student‘s ability to comprehend the complex settings, as well as foster a deeper understanding of critical historical world events.

*These introductory lessons provide a perfect backdrop from the 1790s through to the 1960s: Harriet Tubman, Bud Bud, Not Buddy, Hidden Figures, Where the Red Fern Grows, Diary of Anne Frank, Fever 1793,Number the Stars, A Long Walk to Water, Esperanza Rising, Watson Go To Birmingham, Riding Freedom, Milkweed

1. **Introduction to the Author:**

-students may read and discuss the brief biographies which give some context to their work. This is an opportunity to discuss the author’s lifetime experiences and the influences they may have had on writing.

2. **Importance of Historical Setting :**

-DIVE IN to the rich historical setting and ABSORB the text’s location and time period through maps, photographs, and secondary resource clips which allow students to visualize the time and place where this classic novel unfolds.

-ENGAGE students with FACTUAL Historical INFORMATION and images to pique their interest and set the stage for deep and meaningful comprehension.
-VISUALIZE through the use of imbedded multimedia which will generate a true curiosity about world events which are the historical backdrop of each novel.

3. **Discussion**

-Encourage students to connect their understanding of the facts presented in the PPTS to the historical context of the novels as they read.

5. **Evaluation**

- Evaluate student comprehension and engagement through individual or group digital presentations compiling results of their own research.

- Encourage students to reflect on their learning journey and how it has deepened their appreciation for this piece of literature and history Itself.

PURPOSE: This NONFICTION PowerPoint lesson provides digital pre-reading resources & factual historical background information for text

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

HISTORICAL POWERPOINT:
• Opening slide
-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
· Add to electronic notebooks
· Provide test review
· Prompt Writing or Research assignments

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This NONFICTION PowerPoint bundle provides digital pre-reading resources, factual historical background information, photos, music, maps and links for Number the Stars by Lois Lowry BL 4.5, as well as a Digital Book Report Template!

1. HISTORICAL POWERPOINT:… 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 bio.

•Setting slides -Location facts, photos, maps

-Time period facts, photos and links

-Link to period music-Links to historical video clips

*Assessments

-Printable Pre and Post assessments

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new novel

· Provide factual backstory to historical fiction text

· Stimulate group discussion

· Create predictions about text

· Use as distance learning resource

· Post on webpage for review

· Add to electronic notebooks

· Initiate Prompt Writing or Research assignments

**2. CULMINATING BOOK REPORT PROJECT-**editable template

This PowerPoint template has been designed to assist students in creating an upper elementary historical fictional book project. The editable slides are highly organized with titles of story elements needed for a thorough project. The end product may be used as a Reading assessment. 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!

Fictional story mapping includes elements such as exposition, rising action, character traits, climax, turning point……. The slides are logically organized and allow for adding photos or drawings . Slides can be deleted and others added where needed.

This PowerPoint template will allow all students to complete their Reading Project, book report, or assessment and present an end product of which they are they proud!

Enjoy -from Kiwious About Vocab!

This NONFICTION PowerPoint lesson bundle provides digital pre-reading resources & factual historical background information for Milkweed by Jerry Spinelli. BL 3.6, as well as a Digital Book Report Template.

2. HISTORICAL POWERPOINT:… 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 bio.

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

*Assessments

-Printable pre and post assessment

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
· Add to electronic notebooks
· Provide test review
· Prompt Writing or Research assignments

2. CULMINATING BOOK REPORT PROJECT - editable template

This PowerPoint template has been designed to assist students in creating an upper elementary historical fictional book project. The editable slides are highly organized with titles of story elements needed for a thorough project. The end product may be used as a Reading assessment. 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!

Fictional story mapping includes elements such as exposition, rising action, character traits, climax, turning point……. The slides are logically organized and allow for adding photos or drawings. Slides can be deleted, and others added where needed.

This PowerPoint template will allow all students to complete their Reading Project, book report, or assessment and present an end product of which they are they proud!

Enjoy -from Kiwious About Vocab!

This NONFICTION PowerPoint bundle provides digital pre-reading resources, factual historical background information, photos, music, maps and links for The War That Saved My Life ,by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley as well as a HISTORICAL BOOK REPORT DIGITAL TEMPLATE.

1-HISTORICAL POWERPOINT: 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 bio.

•Setting slides -Location facts, photos, maps

-Time period facts, photos and links

-Link to period music-Links to historical video clips

*Assessments

-Printable Pre and Post assessments

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new novel

· Provide factual backstory to historical fiction text

· Stimulate group discussion

· Create predictions about text

· Use as distance learning resource

· Post on webpage for review

· Add to electronic notebooks

· Initiate Prompt Writing or Research assignments

**2-CULMINATING BOOK REPORT PROJECT-**editable template

This PowerPoint template has been designed to assist students in creating an upper elementary historical fictional book project. The editable slides are highly organized with titles of story elements needed for a thorough project. The end product may be used as a Reading assessment. 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!

Fictional story mapping includes elements such as exposition, rising action, character traits, climax, turning point……. The slides are logically organized and allow for adding photos or drawings . Slides can be deleted and others added where needed.

This PowerPoint template will allow all students to complete their Reading Project, book report, or assessment and present an end product of which they are they proud!

Enjoy -from Kiwious About Vocab!

THIS GOOGLE SLIDE BUNDLE INCLUDES PRE READING DIGITAL INTRODUCTION AND POST REVIEW CARD GAME FOR NUMBER THE STARS BY LOIS LOWRY.

1. Pre:

PURPOSE: This NONFICTION GOOGLE SLIDE 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 clips

2. 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!

THIS BUNDLE INCLUDES PRE READING DIGITAL INTRODUCTION 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 clips

*Assessments
-Pre and Post assessments

2. 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!

Historical Novel Pre-reading and Post-reading Bundle with Audiobook

**Before reading, engage your students with a comprehensive PRE-READING HISTORICAL INTRODUCTION for The War that Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley. The Digital Google Lesson seamlessly presents this novel’s significant setting with critical world events of the time. This resource greatly improves comprehension while aligning to standards, ensuring a richer literary experience for all learning styles. *Audiobook link included.

**After reading, our HISTORICAL BOOK REPORT TEMPLATE has been pre-designed to create the perfect culminating book project. Completely editable, the digital slides include prompts and images which guide the student through the creation of an organized book presentation.

……………………………………..

PREREADING GOOGLE SLIDE LESSON:

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**. **Link to Audiobook Included**** which allows every student to access the text as needed.  Absent students, those who need to reread or review…this link is invaluable. Post it on your teacher page!

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

3. **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.

4. **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.

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

6. **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.

7. **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.

8. **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

……………………………………

DIGITAL GOOGLE SLIDE BOOK REPORT TEMPLATE  - This editable Google Slide template has been designed to assist students in the creation of an upper-elementary historical fictional book report. The end product may be shared as a presentation or graded for assessment.

• The 12 editable slides are highly organized, each with titles of story elements needed for a thorough project.
• Questions and story mapping prompts are included on each slide to provide structure.  These headings guide students so that all critical elements are included in the end product.
• Fictional plot diagram titles include:

           exposition, rising action, climax, turning point, falling action, resolution 

• Reflection slides include:

            favorite quote, main & minor character traits, theme, and student rating

• The slides are logically organized and allow for adding photos or drawings. Teachers can adapt the template to their needs and the needs of their students. Slides can be deleted, and others added where needed.
• The digital template is the perfect scaffolded support needed by Special Education students, ESL students, struggling students, or to guide the entire class!  

This Google Slide template will allow all students to complete their Reading Project, book report, or Reading assessment and present an end product of which they are proud! Also available in Powerpoint 

   Enjoy -from Kiwious About Vocab!

Historical Novel Pre-reading and Post-reading Bundle with Audiobook

**Before reading, engage your students with a comprehensive PRE-READING HISTORICAL INTRODUCTION for Code Talker by Joseph Bruchac. The Digital Google Lesson seamlessly presents this novel’s significant setting with critical world events of the time. This resource greatly improves comprehension while aligning to standards, ensuring a richer literary experience for all learning styles. *Audiobook link included.

**After reading, our HISTORICAL BOOK REPORT TEMPLATE has been pre-designed to create the perfect culminating book project. Completely editable, the digital slides include prompts and images which guide the student through the creation of an organized book presentation.

……………………………………..

PREREADING GOOGLE SLIDE LESSON:

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**. **Link to Audiobook Included**** which allows every student to access the text as needed.  Absent students, those who need to reread or review…this link is invaluable. Post it on your teacher page!

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

3. **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.

4. **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.

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

6. **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.

7. **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.

8. **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

……………………………………

DIGITAL GOOGLE SLIDE BOOK REPORT TEMPLATE  - This editable Google Slide template has been designed to assist students in the creation of an upper-elementary historical fictional book report. The end product may be shared as a presentation or graded for assessment.

• The 12 editable slides are highly organized, each with titles of story elements needed for a thorough project.
• Questions and story mapping prompts are included on each slide to provide structure.  These headings guide students so that all critical elements are included in the end product.
• Fictional plot diagram titles include:

           exposition, rising action, climax, turning point, falling action, resolution 

• Reflection slides include:

            favorite quote, main & minor character traits, theme, and student rating

• The slides are logically organized and allow for adding photos or drawings. Teachers can adapt the template to their needs and the needs of their students. Slides can be deleted, and others added where needed.
• The digital template is the perfect scaffolded support needed by Special Education students, ESL students, struggling students, or to guide the entire class!  

This Google Slide template will allow all students to complete their Reading Project, book report, or Reading assessment and present an end product of which they are proud! Also available in Powerpoint 

   Enjoy -from Kiwious About Vocab!

Historical Novel Pre-reading and Post-reading Bundle with Audiobook

**Before reading, engage your students with a comprehensive PRE-READING HISTORICAL INTRODUCTION for A Single Shard by Linda Sue Park. The Digital Google Lesson seamlessly presents this novel’s significant setting with critical world events of the time. This resource greatly improves comprehension while aligning to standards, ensuring a richer literary experience for all learning styles. *Audiobook link included.

**After reading, our HISTORICAL BOOK REPORT TEMPLATE has been pre-designed to create the perfect culminating book project. Completely editable, the digital slides include prompts and images which guide the student through the creation of an organized book presentation.

……………………………………..

PREREADING GOOGLE SLIDE LESSON:

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**. **Link to Audiobook Included**** which allows every student to access the text as needed.  Absent students, those who need to reread or review…this link is invaluable. Post it on your teacher page!

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

3. **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.

4. **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.

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

6. **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.

7. **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.

8. **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

……………………………………

DIGITAL GOOGLE SLIDE BOOK REPORT TEMPLATE  - This editable Google Slide template has been designed to assist students in the creation of an upper-elementary historical fictional book report. The end product may be shared as a presentation or graded for assessment.

• The 12 editable slides are highly organized, each with titles of story elements needed for a thorough project.
• Questions and story mapping prompts are included on each slide to provide structure.  These headings guide students so that all critical elements are included in the end product.
• Fictional plot diagram titles include:

           exposition, rising action, climax, turning point, falling action, resolution 

• Reflection slides include:

            favorite quote, main & minor character traits, theme, and student rating

• The slides are logically organized and allow for adding photos or drawings. Teachers can adapt the template to their needs and the needs of their students. Slides can be deleted, and others added where needed.
• The digital template is the perfect scaffolded support needed by Special Education students, ESL students, struggling students, or to guide the entire class!  

This Google Slide template will allow all students to complete their Reading Project, book report, or Reading assessment and present an end product of which they are proud! Also available in Powerpoint 

   Enjoy -from Kiwious About Vocab!

Pre-reading Lesson and Culminating Report BUNDLE

**Before reading, engage your students with a comprehensive PRE-READING  HISTORICAL INTRODUCTION for A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park**.**

The Digital Google Lesson seamlessly presents this novel’s significant setting with critical world events of the time. This resource greatly improves comprehension while aligning to standards, ensuring a richer literary experience for all learning styles.

**After reading, our  HISTORICAL BOOK REPORT TEMPLATE  has been pre-designed to create the perfect culminating book project. Completely editable, the digital slides include prompts and images guiding the student through the creation of an organized book presentation.

……………………………………..

PREREADING GOOGLE SLIDE LESSON:

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. **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.

4. **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.

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

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

7. **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.

8. **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

……………………………………

DIGITAL GOOGLE SLIDE BOOK REPORT TEMPLATE  - This editable Google Slide template has been designed to assist students in the creation of an upper-elementary historical fictional book report. The end product may be shared as a presentation or graded for assessment.

• The 12 editable slides are highly organized, each with titles of story elements needed for a thorough project. Questions and story mapping prompts are included on each slide to provide structure.  These headings guide students so that all critical elements are included in the end product.
• Fictional plot diagram titles include:

           exposition, rising action, climax, turning point, falling action, resolution 

• Reflection slides include:

            favorite quote, main & minor character traits, theme, and student rating

• The slides are logically organized and allow for adding photos or drawings. Teachers can adapt the template to their needs and the needs of their students. Slides can be deleted, and others added where needed.
• The digital template is the perfect scaffolded support needed by Special Education students, ESL students, struggling students, or to guide the entire class!  

This Google Slide template will allow all students to complete their Reading Project, book report, or Reading assessment and present an end product of which they are proud!

   Enjoy -from Kiwious About Vocab!

Historical Novel Pre-reading and Post-reading Bundle with Audiobook

**Before reading, engage your students with a comprehensive PRE-READING HISTORICAL INTRODUCTION for Number the Stars by Lois Lowry. The Digital Google Lesson seamlessly presents this novel’s significant setting with critical world events of the time. This resource greatly improves comprehension while aligning to standards, ensuring a richer literary experience for all learning styles. *Audiobook link included.

**After reading, our HISTORICAL BOOK REPORT TEMPLATE has been pre-designed to create the perfect culminating book project. Completely editable, the digital slides include prompts and images which guide the student through the creation of an organized book presentation.

……………………………………..

PREREADING GOOGLE SLIDE LESSON:

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**. **Link to Audiobook Included**** which allows every student to access the text as needed.  Absent students, those who need to reread or review…this link is invaluable. Post it on your teacher page!

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

3. **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.

4. **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.

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

6. **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.

7. **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.

8. **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

……………………………………

DIGITAL GOOGLE SLIDE BOOK REPORT TEMPLATE  - This editable Google Slide template has been designed to assist students in the creation of an upper-elementary historical fictional book report. The end product may be shared as a presentation or graded for assessment.

• The 12 editable slides are highly organized, each with titles of story elements needed for a thorough project.
• Questions and story mapping prompts are included on each slide to provide structure.  These headings guide students so that all critical elements are included in the end product.
• Fictional plot diagram titles include:

           exposition, rising action, climax, turning point, falling action, resolution 

• Reflection slides include:

            favorite quote, main & minor character traits, theme, and student rating

• The slides are logically organized and allow for adding photos or drawings. Teachers can adapt the template to their needs and the needs of their students. Slides can be deleted, and others added where needed.
• The digital template is the perfect scaffolded support needed by Special Education students, ESL students, struggling students, or to guide the entire class!  

This Google Slide template will allow all students to complete their Reading Project, book report, or Reading assessment and present an end product of which they are proud! Also available in Powerpoint 

   Enjoy -from Kiwious About Vocab!

Historical Novel Pre-reading and Post-reading Bundle with audiobook

**Before reading, engage your students with a comprehensive PRE-READING HISTORICAL INTRODUCTION for The Book Thief by Marcus Zusak. The Digital Google Lesson seamlessly presents this novel’s significant setting with critical world events of the time. This resource greatly improves comprehension while aligning to standards, ensuring a richer literary experience for all learning styles. *Audiobook link included.

**After reading, our HISTORICAL BOOK REPORT TEMPLATE has been pre-designed to create the perfect culminating book project. Completely editable, the digital slides include prompts and images which guide the student through the creation of an organized book presentation.

……………………………………..

PREREADING GOOGLE SLIDE LESSON:

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**. **Link to Audiobook Included**** which allows every student to access the text as needed.  Absent students, those who need to reread or review…this link is invaluable. Post it on your teacher page!

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

3. **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.

4. **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.

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

6. **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.

7. **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.

8. **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

……………………………………

DIGITAL GOOGLE SLIDE BOOK REPORT TEMPLATE  - This editable Google Slide template has been designed to assist students in the creation of an upper-elementary historical fictional book report. The end product may be shared as a presentation or graded for assessment.

• The 12 editable slides are highly organized, each with titles of story elements needed for a thorough project.
• Questions and story mapping prompts are included on each slide to provide structure.  These headings guide students so that all critical elements are included in the end product.
• Fictional plot diagram titles include:

           exposition, rising action, climax, turning point, falling action and resolution 

• Reflection slides include:

            favorite quote, main & minor character traits, theme, and student rating

• The slides are logically organized and allow for adding photos or drawings. Teachers can adapt the template to their needs and the needs of their students. Slides can be deleted, and others added where needed.
• The digital template is the perfect scaffolded support needed by Special Education students, ESL students, struggling students, or to guide the entire class!  

This Google Slide template will allow all students to complete their Reading Project, book report, or Reading assessment and present an end product of which they are proud! Also available in Powerpoint 

   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!

Engage your students with a comprehensive Pre-Reading Historical Introduction to A Long Walk to Water and A Single Shard by Linda Sue Park. These Digital Google 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

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 lesson is also available in PowerPoint.

Enjoy!

-From Kiwious About Vocab