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Projekt 1065 Novel Study: A WWII Historical Fiction Unit Students Will Love
Looking for an engaging World War II novel for middle school students? Projekt 1065 by Alan Gratz is a fast-paced historical fiction novel that combines action, suspense, history, and important lessons about courage, loyalty, propaganda, and standing up for what is...
Stargirl Novel Study: Engaging ELA Activities for Grades 5–8
Are you looking for an engaging Stargirl novel study that will help your students develop reading comprehension, vocabulary, writing, and critical-thinking skills while exploring meaningful themes? Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli is an excellent novel for middle school and...
How to Teach Prisoner B-3087 by Alan Gratz: A Powerful Historical Fiction Novel Study
Teaching the Holocaust to middle school students is difficult—but powerful literature can help students understand history in a deeply personal way. Prisoner B-3087 by Alan Gratz is an especially compelling choice for a 5th–8th grade historical fiction novel study....
Setting Sail to Enrich Your Classroom with The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
The Chronicles of Narnia series, written by C.S. Lewis, is a classic in the world of literature. The series has been widely acclaimed for its vivid imagery, unique characters, and compelling storyline. The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, which is the fifth book in the...
How to Teach Novel Studies Part 2: Vocabulary
Some of my most vivid childhood memories of school were the novel studies I read for various subjects. It was my favorite way to learn skills, history, and any topic! I love books, and being allowed to read an entire book from cover to cover as a school assignment put...
Unlocking the Potential of Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt in the Classroom
“Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” This a great quote that is often mistakingly attributed to Albert Einstein. He didn't say this, but the quote is powerful, just...
Number the Stars Novel Study: Teaching Lois Lowry’s Historical Fiction Novel
Number the Stars by Lois Lowry is a powerful historical fiction novel that gives upper-elementary and middle-grade students an opportunity to explore courage, friendship, resistance, empathy, and standing up against injustice. Set in Denmark during World War II, the...
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