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50 EDITABLE Projects and Assignments for ANY NOVEL STUDY
This bundle contains 50 projects and activities for ANY NOVEL STUDY in secondary English Language Arts. Use these projects, activities, handouts, and lessons to enrich your students’ close reading and analysis of any novel unit in your curriculum. THIS BUNDLE CONTAINS BOTH A PDF VERSION AND AN EDITABLE MICROSOFT WORD VERSION SO THAT YOU CAN ADAPT THESE RESOURCE FOR DISTANCE LEARNING AS NEEDED!This bundle includes the following projects, activities, lessons, and handouts:1. FreeChoiceReadingChal
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6th - 12th
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The Monkey’s Paw-- A Short Story to Teach Literacy Standards
"The Monkey's Paw" is a classic tale of horror that every student will love. This study is intended to teach literacy standards. The study includes1. Text is divided for close reading.2. Questions are positioned by the appropriate text.3. The skills include:a. Defining unknown vocabulary.b. Analyzing dialogue.c. Analyzing setting.d. Characterization.e. Making inferences based on text.f. Analysis of the use of word choice and its effect.g. Analysis of foreshadowing.h. Analysis of sym
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4th - 9th
The Crossover Novel Study--Thinking Critically About Text
In Power Point format. Easily converts to Google Slides! This is a complete and no-prep novel study of the The Crossover by Kwame Alexander-- the winner of the 2015 Newberry Medal. It is a story told in free verse and hip-hop verse. It tells the beautiful story of Josh Bell's close knit family and a tragedy through the context of basketball. It will definitely engage your students. I love, love, love it!The study requires students to think critically about text to find its deeper meanings.
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4th - 8th
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Middle School English Entire Year: Full Year, Junior High, 6th, 7th, 8th Bundle
Perfect for in-class OR distance learning! Nearly 40% savings and tons of free material! Now nearly 100% Google compatible. This purchase provides you with your entire middle school curriculum and lessons in a single purchase! Easily adjustable material suited for advanced students (6th grade) looking for enriching work, or struggling students (8th grade) who need visuals and constant engagement. Included in your purchase are over 70 presentations and nearly 2,500 slides. These presentatio
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6th - 8th
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The Breadwinner Novel Study
The Breadwinner by Deborah Ellis is the heart-wrenching story of Parvana, a young Afghan girl who must survive under the Taliban regime. My students love this book so much. Boys and girls alike couldn't wait to read Parvana's story each day.My study includes:1. Chapter questions2. Chapter writing prompts3. Literary terms and definitions4. Literary analysis activity5. Literary analysis test6. Creative writing choices7. Research assignment 8. List of vocabulary and definitions9. Two voc
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4th - 8th
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Murder Mystery Activity w/out the Murder Who Poisoned Willy Wonka
Who Poisoned Willy Wonka is an interactive classroom activity promotes collaboration, logic, inference, critical thinking, character analysis and fun in your classroom. Students work to solve a mystery involving some of the greatest literary characters of all time.This is a great group activity, classroom team activity, or center activity. It is a great way to introduce units on mystery, character, literature or just for a fun and engaging activity. It is also great for classroom parties or bonu
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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The War that Saved My Life Analyzing Text and Balanced Literacy
This is a 2016 Newberry Honor Book by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley. It is historical fiction set in England prior and during World War II. It tells the story of an abused, disabled girl and her fight for her own freedom from her life of abuse. I have read it three times now, and I love it more each time. This would be a great companion for any study on World War II because it describes the day-to-day impact the war had on everyday people. Included:1. Guided reading questions for each chapter.
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4th - 8th
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The Girl Who Drank the Moon Comprehension and Critical Thinking and More
Just print and teach! No prep!The 2017 Newberry Medal winner is truly worthy of the award. It is the story of love. It is the story of Xan and Luna and a Sorrow Eater and magic. Your students will LOVE this fantasy filled with excitement and mystery.My study includes thinking critically about text. I try to put plenty of choice as you think about your students. You can tailor the materials to meet the needs of remedial to gifted students.Table of Contents:1. Chapter comprehension and crit
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5th - 8th
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Middle School Novel Study │ Scythe, The Book │ By Neal Shusterman │ 200+ pages
This comprehensive 200+ page novel study resource facilitates a thorough understanding and appreciation of Neal Shusterman's novel Scythe. Filled with various enticing questions and answers for every chapter, this resource will guide your students through the novel in a way that encourages critical thinking and deep analysis.FREE CHAPTER 1 - Try it out with your classroom!THE IMPORTANCE OF NOVEL STUDIESIncorporating novel studies into your lesson plans can be a valuable way to help students deve
Grades:
8th - 10th
Uglies Novel Study by Dianne Watson
NO PREP! PRINT AND GO! COMMON CORE ALIGNED!Uglies by Scott Westerfeld is a dystopian story with the concept of beauty as the focus. This book will appeal to boys as well as girls. The suspenseful story centers on Tally, a sixteen year old girl, who must chose between betraying her friend or losing her chance to be beautiful. This a wonderful edition to a unit on dystopian literature and the role of government.This study requires students to think critically about text and to use text eviden
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7th - 9th
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The Tell Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe Guided Reading Worksheet & Vocab Puzzles
This lesson unit contains a complete guided reading worksheet with 45 questions (with answer key), 3 different crossword puzzles (with answer keys) and 3 different word searches (with answer keys) for the short story The Tell Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe. Questions consist of True and False, multiple choice, fill in the blank and short answer.
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This lesson is Common Core and Florida Standards aligned:
RL 9.2.1, RL 8.1.3, RL8.6 / LAFS 8.RL.1.1, LAFS.
8.RL
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8th - 11th
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Whodunit? - Who Stole Dracula's Coffin? - A Classroom Mystery Inference Activity
Who Stole Dracula's Coffin? is an interactive classroom activity that promotes collaboration, logic, inference, critical thinking, character analysis and fun in your classroom. Students work to solve a mystery involving some of the greatest literary characters of all time. There are two versions included - one with a named thief and the second, where student consensus determines who committed the crime. Murder mystery game without the murder.This is a great group activity, classroom team activit
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in:Â Murder Mystery, Reader's Theater, Games - Halloween Activities BUNDLE
Animal Farm Unit Plan
Explore George Orwell's "Animal Farm" through a comprehensive unit of twelve engaging lessons. Beginning with an introduction to allegory and historical context in Lesson 1, students progress through various literary elements including characterization, point of view, argument analysis, vocabulary strategies, tone, mood, theme, plot, and figurative language. Lessons also include comparative analysis between the novel and its cinematic adaptation. The unit culminates with discussions on a final r
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7th - 12th
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The War I Finally Won--Guided Reading Questions and More!
No Prep! The War I Finally Won is the sequel to the Newberry winning book The War That Saved My Life. The main character, Ada, must face her past and her fears. Set in World War II England, this historical novel will satisfy all readers! I love this book!This study includes:1. Guided reading questions for every chapter.2. Critical thinking questions are embedded within the guided reading questions.3. Writing is also embedded in the guided reading questions.4. Vocabulary building showing
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5th - 8th
Murder Mystery Activity - w/out the Murder: Who Poisoned Sherlock Holmes
This interactive classroom activity promotes collaboration, logic, inference, critical thinking, character analysis and fun in your classroom. Students work to solve a mystery involving some of the greatest literary characters of all time.This is a great group activity, classroom team activity, or center activity. It is a great way to introduce units on mystery, character, literature or just for a fun and engaging activity. It is also great for classroom parties or bonus time.This resource inclu
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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The Book Thief Unit Plan
The Book Thief unit comprises a series of lessons designed to deepen students' understanding and appreciation of Markus Zusak's novel, all based on Common Core standards. The lessons begin with an exploration of historical context, delving into World War II and the Holocaust to provide a foundation for understanding the novel's setting and themes. Students then analyze literary elements such as characterization, tone, mood, and theme through close readings of text excerpts and discussions. Addit
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7th - 12th
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Classroom Murder Mystery Activity: Frankenstein: Who Killed the House Maid?
This interactive classroom activity promotes collaboration, logic, inference, critical thinking and fun in your classroom. Students work to solve a murder mystery set right after Victor Frankenstein creates his monster. No knowledge of the novel is necessary; however, this is a great activity if you've read the novel.This is a great group activity, classroom team activity, or center activity. It is a great way to introduce units on mystery, Mary Shelley's Frankenstein or just for a fun and enga
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Unit Plan
The "Wonderful Wizard of Oz" unit plan is a meticulously crafted and comprehensive approach to teaching the classic novel. Spanning multiple lessons, the unit systematically covers key literary elements such as settings, characterization, point of view, vocabulary, figurative language, tone and mood, plot, conflict, and themes. Each lesson is thoughtfully structured, beginning with engaging warm-ups that prompt students to reflect and connect prior knowledge to the upcoming topic.The incorporati
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7th - 12th
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TWENTY FIVE High Interest 7th or 8th Gr. Narrative Passages w/Leveled Questions
TWENTY FIVE High Interest 7th or 8th Grade Leveled Narrative Reading Passages with Comprehension Questions! Dive into engaging and thought-provoking reading experiences with these twenty five high-interest narrative comprehension passage and multiple-choice questions! Each passages is leveled for the 7th or 8th grade reading level. What makes these resource stand out?Leveled Comprehension Passage: The TWENTY FIVE narrative passages are carefully crafted based on reading level. Power of Using Hig
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7th - 8th
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Murder Mystery Activity w/out the Murder Mystery at the Disney Mansion
Who Mystery at the Disney Mansion is an interactive classroom activity promotes collaboration, logic, inference, critical thinking, character analysis and fun in your classroom. Students work to solve a mystery involving some of the greatest Disney movie characters of all time. This mystery has 30 parts.This is a great group activity, classroom team activity, or center activity. It is a great way to introduce units on mystery, character, literature or just for a fun and engaging activity. It is
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in:Â Murder Mystery, Reader's Theater, Games - Halloween Activities BUNDLE
The Monkey's Paw by W.W. Jacobs Complete Guided Reading Worksheet
This lesson unit contains a complete guided reading worksheet with 58 questions (with answer key) for the short story The Monkey's Paw by William W. Jacobs. Questions consist of True and False, multiple choice, fill in the blank and short answer.This is a classic Gothic short story that centers around the White family and what happens to them when they get a mystical, magical monkey's paw that has the power to grant three wishes. What will they wish for? Will they be happy with their wishes? Fi
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8th - 12th
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Animal Farm- Lessons 7-12
This product includes lessons 7-12 in the Animal Farm unit.Embark on an in-depth exploration of George Orwell's "Animal Farm" with these comprehensive lessons covering chapters 6 to 10. In Lesson 7, students delve into the thematic depths of the novel, connecting real-life examples to literary themes and analyzing excerpts to uncover underlying messages. Lesson 8 focuses on plot development, guiding students through activities to plot key story elements and predict narrative progression. In Less
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Animal Farm Unit Plan
Moon Over Manifest Novel Study Analyzing Text by Dianne Watson
No Prep! Moon Over Manifest is a Newberry book by Clare Vanderpool. It is a story set alternately in 1918 Manifest, Kansas and 1936 Manifest, Kansas. Abilene must learn the truth from an old "diviner"--the truth about her father and a town full of sadness and loss. It is a wonderful work of historical fiction that will engage students. Bootlegging, murder, death, and humor make this an appealing book for girls and boys.This study, as with all my studies, requires students to think deeply and
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4th - 8th
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Animal Farm- Lessons 1-3
This product includes the first 3 lessons in the Animal Farm Unit. These lessons cover chapters 1 and 2.Prepare your students for a deep dive into George Orwell's "Animal Farm" with these comprehensive lessons covering pre-reading strategies and analysis of chapters 1 and 2. In Lesson 1, we'll start by introducing the idea of allegory through fun activities and discussions. Students will learn to interpret allegorical texts using familiar stories like "The Tortoise and the Hare" and get some bac
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Animal Farm Unit Plan
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