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This novel study for The Indian in the Cupboard, by Lynne Reid Banks, contains 134 pages of resources, including comprehension and vocabulary by chapter, reading response activities, assessments, and more. Focus standards include figurative language, opinion writing, character analysis, plot, and point of view. No-prep, predictable, and extremely user-friendly, this literature guide is perfect for whole class, small group, or independent study. ♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BOTH are included with your purchase! ♥Excellent for school OR homeschool. No-prep and so easy for teachers, parents, and students to follow! ♥Eye-catching digital version contains full-color, interactive adaptations of all resources. Students type directly into already placed text boxes in Google Slides. ♥Perfect for digital learning. Students can access the digital version from home or school. Teachers and students can easily send this back and forth using Google Drive or Google Classroom! (The minimum that's needed is a free Google account. However, you may also contact me for help using this product on many other digital learning platforms!) ** NEW ** An additional version of the assessments is now included as Google Forms, which are self-grading. Students can complete these easily on their computers and laptops, and you get instant data! Easy instructions included. (Note: You will need to manually grade the written response questions only.) This product is not associated with this book's author or publishing company. The book must be purchased separately in order to be used alongside this product. WHAT'S INCLUDED: 1) Student Chapter Work •Every section covers 1-2 chapters and contains the following five parts. →Quickwrite: Freewriting that helps the student relate to the text. →2 sets of True/False, Sequencing, and/or Multiple Choice questions. →Comprehension and Analysis: 3 written response questions. →Vocabulary: Practice with 3 new words for each section of reading. →Beyond: Creative activity that might include art, brainstorming, or writing. 2) 15 Reading Response Activities •Compare and Contrast Characters: Little Bear and Boone •Compare and Contrast Characters: Omri and Patrick •Similes •One Event: Three Points of View •Life as a Tiny Person •Point of View: Boone •Point of View: Little Bear •Mystery Thoughts •The Indian in the Cupboard: The Movie •Informational Text with comprehension questions: The Iroquois •Chapter Highlights •Scene Snapshots •Character Traits •Who's your Favorite? •Figurative Language Find 3) Vocabulary Focus •Two Vocabulary Reviews to use throughout the study •Practice with definitions, synonyms, antonyms, context clues •Vocabulary Lists that come with and without definitions •Three challenge words chosen for you from every 1-2 chapters •Vocabulary Word Wall cards in full color include definitions, parts of speech, and illustrations •Vocabulary Flashcards in b/w 4) Culminating Project Options •10 creative project choices for students to complete after they finish the book 5) Two Assessments •Test comprehension and vocabulary with a variety of question types •Test #1-Chapters 1 to 8 •Test #2-Chapters 9 to 16 •Assessments provided in 3 versions: printables, Google Slides, OR Google Forms! 6) Student Bookmarks •Serve as reference tools •Highlight characters •Attractive art 7) Easy planning and Low Prep •Unit Map lays it all out for you •Table of Contents for easy navigation •Common Core Codes included for all activities •Student Packet Covers •All Answer Keys 8) Instructions for digital Google Slides Version 9) Instructions for digital Google Forms Tests ♥♥Please view my detailed preview for a closer look at this product!♥♥ ♥Click here for a FREE sample of this novel study!♥ →Please note that MANY resources are included in this study. This is so that teachers may pick and choose what they want to use, since no two classrooms are alike. This is also so that teachers may differentiate for different groups within their classrooms. If you do not wish to purchase the entire big unit with everything included, please look at the links below. ****************************************************************************** **IMPORTANT NOTE** For the digital Google Slides and Google Forms versions, you will need Internet access and a free Google account, OR Google Classroom. They will work on computers or iPads. Upon purchasing, you will download documents containing links to the digital files, along with explicit, easy-to-follow instructions that will get you started in minutes! Students will be highly engaged and freshly invigorated as they type, draw, and diagram directly into the files on their computers or tablets. These versions are easily shared digitally between you and your students, without the hassle of paper, pencil, and copies. Additionally, the Google Forms assessments allow for self-grading and instant data! ****************************************************************************** ♥♥ FIND YOUR BEST FIT! ♥♥ Don't need the whole thing? Please be sure to check out my smaller listings below. I have a variety of The Indian in the Cupboard resources, and I want to be sure you find the one that best meets your needs! The Indian in the Cupboard | Comprehension and Vocabulary by chapter Includes 15-17 comprehension and vocabulary questions for every 1-2 chapters, bookmarks, full-color vocabulary word wall cards, and vocabulary flashcards. Printable and Google Slides versions included. The Indian in the Cupboard | Activities and Projects Contains Common Core-aligned, creative activities and projects, along with Culminating Project Choices. Lots of open-ended, critical thinking activities. Printable and Google Slides versions included. The Indian in the Cupboard | Tests Contains three assessments that encompass comprehension, vocabulary, and analysis questions. Printable, Google Slides, and Google Forms versions included. The Indian in the Cupboard | Google Forms Edition Easy, automatic, and completely paperless! This option includes 15 comprehension and vocabulary questions for every 1-2 chapters and is hosted on Google Forms for easy grading. This special edition is not included in any of the above listings, and is only available for separate purchase. ****************************************************************************** © Nothing but Class Resources, LLC
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The friendship of a little red hen and a homeless dog who appoints himself her protector ‘is treated by the author with delicacy and strength in lovely and lucid prose.’ —C."A moving story, full of suspense." —H.
