The burning questions is at what point do readers of Fahrenheit 451 recognize the many literary devices Ray Bradbury employs in his dystopian classic that warns of  a society that uses media to indoctrinate the public and denigrates...

Freedom is a privilege that most take for granted. Using a novel study of Chains, literary lovers quickly realize that freedom has not always been available to everyone. Readers participate in critical thinking, vocabulary, and language...

Engage scholars with a tried-and-true story written in 1940 but still read often today! Call It Courage is a long-time favorite and Newbery-Medal winning story. Pupils participate in vocabulary, language, and reading skills as they read...

A bunny with fangs! Scholars love reading about an unusual family pet! Encourage pupil participation in vocabulary, language, and reading activities using the fun mystery of Bunnicula.

Use a novel to teach historical and religious background knowledge. The study of The Bronze Bow combines literary elements with history for an engaging and thought-provoking lesson. Daniel struggles when he is drawn to the teachings of...

Winston Churchill once said, "War is a game that is played with a smile." This is how Phillip, the main character, once felt about the German invasion—it was exciting, surreal, and fun. However, it quickly became real when a torpedo hit...

Robert Louis Stevenson wrote Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde under the premise that everyone has both good and evil inside them. Scholars analyze the literary elements of the story, including the plot, characters, vocabulary, and figurative...

Pretend play becomes reality with The Castle in the Attic. Just when William thinks he has inherited a new toy castle, he realizes he has inherited something magical. Scholars learn all about chivalry, vocabulary, and comprehension as...

Brian is back to adventures in the wilderness in Brian's Hunt. Scholars continue deeper beyond the study of Hatchet by taking a look at its sequel, Brian's Hunt. The novel study takes scholars through vocabulary study, character...

Answer the call when life gets tough. Buck's life is forever changed in the The Call of the Wild when his happy pampered life is stolen from him after he is taken from his family. Pupils use Buck's story to learn about overcoming...

Caddie Woodlawn is a girl like no other in her own novel Caddie Woodlawn. What makes her even more special? She is real person! An intriguing study challenges scholars to add to their knowledge of reading and history using critical...

Many adolescent readers quickly connect with the independence and determination of Bud in Bud, Not Buddy. By completing a variety of activities, pupils analyze the story as well as strengthen language skills with word work. Artistic...

Do some pupils seem to struggle fitting in and finding their place in world? They most likely identify with Brian in Brian's Return. After his time in the wilderness, Brian struggles to fit in with society. Scholars analyze thoughts,...

Looking for a set of resources to compliment a reading of The Mitten by Jan Brett? A fun winter resource has everything from story sequencing and writing prompts to a parts of speech sort and a mitten flap book. The activities are great...

All aboard! Pair a reading of The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg with a set of literacy activities. The packet of worksheets includes task cards, sorting activities, a synonym match, comparing and contrasting activities, writing...

Fun you will have with a Star Wars® activity packet made up of an assortment of puzzles, coloring pages, quizzes, a writing prompt, instructions for building a lightsaber and puppets, all of which feature young padawans' favorite...

Enthusiastic readers report on a book detailing what it's about and their favorite part with a picture-based writing template. A nonfiction version takes a step further to highlight what the pupil learned, and a fiction version showcases...

Begin the drafting phase of the writing process with a lesson focused on writing three body paragraphs in a logical way. Then, revise writing to make it more formal after a teacher-directed mini lesson. Each paragraph written highlights...

Love, war, race, class, religion, honor are just a few of the topics readers of Gone with the Wind are prompted to discuss by the questions included in this very thoughtful reading guide.

Looking to improve your classes literacy program? Then look no further. This comprehensive collection of resources includes worksheets and activities covering everything from r-controlled vowels and consonant digraphs, to the different...

After a novel study, provide your class with the eight project options here. Pupils select one option and use the planning and time management tools included to stay on track with their work. Most of the project options involve use of...

"There is something irresistible about popcorn" and about activities designed to accompany the reading of a really good book. The nine activities in this packet support the reading of Elizabeth George Speare's Newbery Award winning...

It's time for your scholars to become book reviewers! Start with a fun review of foods: are they good or gross? Learners apply these evaluation techniques to books, recording their thoughts on large pieces of butcher paper. Simply have...

Peer editing is a big part of the writing process, and this worksheet will really help guide both editor and writer. Class members read brief editing tips and examine examples of helpful and not-so-helpful comments. (Consider projecting...