Common Core State Standards (CCSS) Correlations

Rigorous Reading: Hatchet

Rigorous Reading: Hatchet

English Language Arts

Strand - Reading Standards: Literature, Grade 5

Key Ideas and Details

ELA.RL.5.2: Determine a theme of a story, drama, or poem from details in the text, including how characters in a story or drama respond to challenges or how the speaker in a poem reflects upon a topic; summarize the text.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
What Happens Next 52
Add It Up 57-59

Key Ideas and Details

ELA.RL.5.3: Compare and contrast two or more characters, settings, or events in a story or drama, drawing on specific details in the text (e.g., how characters interact).

Activity Page
A Natural Conflict 12
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
A Little Knowledge 24
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
A Changed Person 53
Add It Up 57-59
Major Minors 61
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Key Ideas and Details

ELA.RL.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.

Activity Page
Choice Words 14
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Where the Novel Begins 18
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
In a Word or Three 25
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Passage of Time 40
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Up and Down Feelings 50
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Craft and Structure

ELA.RL.5.4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative language such as metaphors and similes.

Activity Page
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
In a Word or Three 25
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
A Real Live Fire 32
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
Add It Up 57-59
A Novel Poster 66-67
Words to Know 73-75

Craft and Structure

ELA.RL.5.5: Explain how a series of chapters, scenes, or stanzas fits together to provide the overall structure of a particular story, drama, or poem.

Activity Page
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Backing Off a Cliff 22
In a Word or Three 25
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
From Top to Bottom 45-46
What Happens Next 52
One Character, Two Settings 60

Craft and Structure

ELA.RL.5.6: Describe how a narrator's or speaker's point of view influences how events are described.

Activity Page
A New Point of View 62

Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity

ELA.RL.5.10: By the end of the year, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poetry, at the high end of the grades 4-5 text complexity band independently and proficiently.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Strand - Writing Standards, Grade 5

Text Types and Purposes

ELA.W.5.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Guide to Survival 64-65
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Text Types and Purposes

ELA.W.5.1: Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons and information.

Activity Page
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Wilderness Ways 33
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
The Passage of Time 40
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Text Types and Purposes

ELA.W.5.3: Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences.

Activity Page
Section I Log-In 20
A Real Live Fire 32
Looking Forward 39
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65

Production and Distribution of Writing

ELA.W.5.4: Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development and organization are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (Grade-specific expectations for writing types are defined in standards 1–3 above.)

Activity Page
News Travels Fast 26
A Real Live Fire 32
Looking Forward 39
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Production and Distribution of Writing

ELA.W.5.5: With guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach.

Activity Pages
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Research to Build and Present Knowledge

ELA.W.5.9: Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71

Range of Writing

ELA.W.5.10: Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Strand - Speaking and Listening Standards, Grade 5

Comprehension and Collaboration

ELA.SL.5.1: Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 5 topics and texts, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.

Activity Page
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Assess the Assets 23
Animal Encounters 30
Remember to Not Forget 34
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Help Him Help Himself 47
Winter Wonder 55
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67

Comprehension and Collaboration

ELA.SL.5.3: Summarize the points a speaker makes and explain how each claim is supported by reasons and evidence.

Activity Page
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Assess the Assets 23
Animal Encounters 30
Remember to Not Forget 34
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Help Him Help Himself 47
Winter Wonder 55

Comprehension and Collaboration

ELA.SL.5.2: Summarize a written text read aloud or information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally.

Activity Pages
A Novel Poster 66-67

Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

ELA.SL.5.4: Report on a topic or text or present an opinion, sequencing ideas logically and using appropriate facts and relevant, descriptive details to support main ideas or themes; speak clearly at an understandable pace.

Activity Pages
A Novel Poster 66-67

Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

ELA.SL.5.5: Include multimedia components (e.g., graphics, sound) and visual displays in presentations when appropriate to enhance the development of main ideas or themes.

Activity Pages
A Novel Poster 66-67

Strand - Language Standards, Grade 5

Conventions of Standard English

ELA.L.5.1: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Conventions of Standard English

ELA.L.5.2: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Knowledge of Language

ELA.L.5.3: Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

ELA.L.5.4: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade 5 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

ELA.L.5.5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

ELA.L.5.6: Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases, including those that signal contrast, addition, and other logical relationships (e.g., however, although, nevertheless, similarly, moreover, in addition).

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

Strand - Reading Standards: Literature, Grade 6

Key Ideas and Details

ELA.RL.6.2: Determine a theme or central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details; provide a summary of the text distinct from personal opinions or judgments.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
Add It Up 57-59

Key Ideas and Details

ELA.RL.6.3: Describe how a particular story's or drama's plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how the characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.

Activity Page
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
A Little Knowledge 24
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
Add It Up 57-59
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Key Ideas and Details

ELA.RL.6.1: Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

Activity Page
Choice Words 14
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Where the Novel Begins 18
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
In a Word or Three 25
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Passage of Time 40
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Up and Down Feelings 50
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Craft and Structure

ELA.RL.6.4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone.

Activity Page
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
In a Word or Three 25
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
A Real Live Fire 32
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
Add It Up 57-59
A Novel Poster 66-67
Words to Know 73-75

Craft and Structure

ELA.RL.6.5: Analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of the theme, setting, or plot.

Activity Page
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Backing Off a Cliff 22
In a Word or Three 25
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
From Top to Bottom 45-46
What Happens Next 52
One Character, Two Settings 60

Integration of Knowledge and Ideas

ELA.RL.6.6: Explain how an author develops the point of view of the narrator or speaker in a text.

Activity Page
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
A Change of Pace 19
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
A Little Knowledge 24
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Step by Step 48
Up and Down Feelings 50
A Changed Person 53
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
A New Point of View 62

Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity

ELA.RL.6.10: By the end of the year, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems, in the grades 6-8 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Strand - Writing Standards, Grade 6

Text Types and Purposes

ELA.W.6.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Guide to Survival 64-65
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Text Types and Purposes

ELA.W.6.1: Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

Activity Page
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Wilderness Ways 33
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
The Passage of Time 40
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Text Types and Purposes

ELA.W.6.3: Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.

Activity Page
Section I Log-In 20
News Travels Fast 26
A Real Live Fire 32
Looking Forward 39
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65

Production and Distribution of Writing

ELA.W.6.4: Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (Grade-specific expectations for writing types are defined in standards 1–3 above.)

Activity Page
News Travels Fast 26
A Real Live Fire 32
Looking Forward 39
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Production and Distribution of Writing

ELA.W.6.5: With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach.

Activity Pages
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Research to Build and Present Knowledge

ELA.W.6.9: Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71

Range of Writing

ELA.W.6.10: Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Strand - Speaking and Listening Standards, Grade 6

Comprehension and Collaboration

ELA.SL.6.1: Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 6 topics, texts, and issues, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.

Activity Page
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Assess the Assets 23
Animal Encounters 30
Remember to Not Forget 34
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Help Him Help Himself 47
Winter Wonder 55
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67

Comprehension and Collaboration

ELA.SL.6.3: Delineate a speaker's argument and specific claims, distinguishing claims that are supported by reasons and evidence from claims that are not.

Activity Page
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Assess the Assets 23
Animal Encounters 30
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Help Him Help Himself 47
Winter Wonder 55

Comprehension and Collaboration

ELA.SL.6.2: Interpret information presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and explain how it contributes to a topic, text, or issue under study.

Activity Pages
A Novel Poster 66-67

Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

ELA.SL.6.4: Present claims and findings, sequencing ideas logically and using pertinent descriptions, facts, and details to accentuate main ideas or themes; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.

Activity Pages
A Novel Poster 66-67

Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

ELA.SL.6.5: Include multimedia components (e.g., graphics, images, music, sound) and visual displays in presentations to clarify information.

Activity Pages
A Novel Poster 66-67

Strand - Language Standards, Grade 6

Conventions of Standard English

ELA.L.6.1: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Conventions of Standard English

ELA.L.6.2: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Knowledge of Language

ELA.L.6.3: Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

ELA.L.6.4: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade 6 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

ELA.L.6.5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

ELA.L.6.6: Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

Strand - Reading Standards: Literature, Grade 7

Key Ideas and Details

ELA.RL.7.2: Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary of the text.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
Add It Up 57-59

Key Ideas and Details

ELA.RL.7.3: Analyze how particular elements of a story or drama interact (e.g., how setting shapes the characters or plot).

Activity Page
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
A Changed Person 53
Add It Up 57-59
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Key Ideas and Details

ELA.RL.7.1: Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

Activity Page
Choice Words 14
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Where the Novel Begins 18
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
In a Word or Three 25
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Passage of Time 40
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Up and Down Feelings 50
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Craft and Structure

ELA.RL.7.4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of rhymes and other repetitions of sounds (e.g., alliteration) on a specific verse or stanza of a poem or section of a story or drama.

Activity Page
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
In a Word or Three 25
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
A Real Live Fire 32
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
Add It Up 57-59
A Novel Poster 66-67
Words to Know 73-75

Craft and Structure

ELA.RL.7.5: Analyze how a drama's or poem's form or structure (e.g., soliloquy, sonnet) contributes to its meaning.

Activity Page
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Backing Off a Cliff 22
In a Word or Three 25
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
From Top to Bottom 45-46
What Happens Next 52
One Character, Two Settings 60

Craft and Structure

ELA.RL.7.6: Analyze how an author develops and contrasts the points of view of different characters or narrators in a text.

Activity Page
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62

Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity

ELA.RL.7.10: By the end of the year, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems, in the grades 6-8 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Strand - Writing Standards, Grade 7

Text Types and Purposes

ELA.W.7.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Guide to Survival 64-65
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Text Types and Purposes

ELA.W.7.1: Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

Activity Page
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Wilderness Ways 33
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
The Passage of Time 40
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Text Types and Purposes

ELA.W.7.3: Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.

Activity Page
Section I Log-In 20
News Travels Fast 26
A Real Live Fire 32
Looking Forward 39
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65

Production and Distribution of Writing

ELA.W.7.4: Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

Activity Page
News Travels Fast 26
A Real Live Fire 32
Looking Forward 39
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Production and Distribution of Writing

ELA.W.7.5: With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed.

Activity Pages
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Research to Build and Present Knowledge

ELA.W.7.9: Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71

Range of Writing

ELA.W.7.10: Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Strand - Speaking and Listening Standards, Grade 7

Comprehension and Collaboration

ELA.SL.7.1: Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacherled) with diverse partners on grade 7 topics, texts, and issues, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.

Activity Page
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Assess the Assets 23
Animal Encounters 30
Remember to Not Forget 34
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Help Him Help Himself 47
Winter Wonder 55
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67

Comprehension and Collaboration

ELA.SL.7.3: Delineate a speaker's argument and specific claims, evaluating the soundness of the reasoning and the relevance and sufficiency of the evidence.

Activity Page
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Assess the Assets 23
Animal Encounters 30
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Help Him Help Himself 47
Winter Wonder 55

Comprehension and Collaboration

ELA.SL.7.2: Analyze the main ideas and supporting details presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and explain how the ideas clarify a topic, text, or issue under study.

Activity Pages
A Novel Poster 66-67

Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

ELA.SL.7.4: Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with pertinent descriptions, facts, details, and examples; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.

Activity Pages
A Novel Poster 66-67

Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

ELA.SL.7.5: Include multimedia components and visual displays in presentations to clarify claims and findings and emphasize salient points.

Activity Pages
A Novel Poster 66-67

Strand - Language Standards, Grade 7

Conventions of Standard English

ELA.L.7.1: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Conventions of Standard English

ELA.L.7.2: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Knowledge of Language

ELA.L.7.3: Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

ELA.L.7.4: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade 7 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

ELA.L.7.5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

ELA.L.7.6: Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

Strand - Reading Standards: Literature, Grade 8

Key Ideas and Details

ELA.RL.8.2: Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text, including its relationship to the characters, setting, and plot; provide an objective summary of the text.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
Add It Up 57-59

Key Ideas and Details

ELA.RL.8.3: Analyze how particular lines of dialogue or incidents in a story or drama propel the action, reveal aspects of a character, or provoke a decision.

Activity Page
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
In a Word or Three 25
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
A Changed Person 53
Add It Up 57-59
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Key Ideas and Details

ELA.RL.8.1: Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

Activity Page
Choice Words 14
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Where the Novel Begins 18
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
In a Word or Three 25
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Passage of Time 40
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Up and Down Feelings 50
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Craft and Structure

ELA.RL.8.4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including analogies or allusions to other texts.

Activity Page
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
In a Word or Three 25
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
A Real Live Fire 32
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
Add It Up 57-59
A Novel Poster 66-67
Words to Know 73-75

Craft and Structure

ELA.RL.8.6: Analyze how differences in the points of view of the characters and the audience or reader (e.g., created through the use of dramatic irony) create such effects as suspense or humor.

Activity Page
A Little Knowledge 24
Highs and Lows 29
Remember to Not Forget 34
One Character, Two Settings 60

Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity

ELA.RL.8.10: By the end of the year, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems, at the high end of grades 6-8 text complexity band independently and proficiently.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Strand - Writing Standards, Grade 8

Text Types and Purposes

ELA.W.8.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Guide to Survival 64-65
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Text Types and Purposes

ELA.W.8.1: Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

Activity Page
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Wilderness Ways 33
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
The Passage of Time 40
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Text Types and Purposes

ELA.W.8.3: Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.

Activity Page
Section I Log-In 20
News Travels Fast 26
A Real Live Fire 32
Looking Forward 39
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65

Production and Distribution of Writing

ELA.W.8.4: Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

Activity Page
News Travels Fast 26
A Real Live Fire 32
Looking Forward 39
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Production and Distribution of Writing

ELA.W.8.5: With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed.

Activity Pages
An Essay on Theme 68-70

Research to Build and Present Knowledge

ELA.W.8.9: Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71

Range of Writing

ELA.W.8.10: Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.

Activity Page
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Strand - Speaking and Listening Standards, Grade 8

Comprehension and Collaboration

ELA.SL.8.1: Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 8 topics, texts, and issues, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.

Activity Page
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Assess the Assets 23
Animal Encounters 30
Remember to Not Forget 34
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Help Him Help Himself 47
Winter Wonder 55
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67

Comprehension and Collaboration

ELA.SL.8.3: Delineate a speaker's argument and specific claims, evaluating the soundness of the reasoning and relevance and sufficiency of the evidence and identifying when irrelevant evidence is introduced.

Activity Page
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Assess the Assets 23
Animal Encounters 30
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Help Him Help Himself 47
Winter Wonder 55

Comprehension and Collaboration

ELA.SL.8.2: Analyze the purpose of information presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and evaluate the motives (e.g., social, commercial, political) behind its presentation.

Activity Pages
A Novel Poster 66-67

Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

ELA.SL.8.4: Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with relevant evidence, sound valid reasoning, and well-chosen details; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.

Activity Pages
A Novel Poster 66-67

Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

ELA.SL.8.5: Integrate multimedia and visual displays into presentations to clarify information, strengthen claims and evidence, and add interest.

Activity Pages
A Novel Poster 66-67

Strand - Language Standards, Grade 8

Conventions of Standard English

ELA.L.8.1: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Conventions of Standard English

ELA.L.8.2: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72

Knowledge of Language

ELA.L.8.3: Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

ELA.L.8.4: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words or phrases based on grade 8 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

ELA.L.8.5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

ELA.L.8.6: Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.

Activity Page
Judging a Book 8
Your Survival Kit 9
The Summaries of Its Parts 10
A Dynamic Protagonist 11
A Natural Conflict 12
A Title, a Symbol, a Tool 13
Choice Words 14
Crystal Ball 15
Section I Teacher Instructions 16
Exposition - Extra Information 17
Where the Novel Begins 18
A Change of Pace 19
Section I Log-In 20
Section II Teacher Instructions 21
Backing Off a Cliff 22
Assess the Assets 23
A Little Knowledge 24
In a Word or Three 25
News Travels Fast 26
Section II Log-In 27
Section III Teacher Instructions 28
Highs and Lows 29
Animal Encounters 30
The Line of Fire 31
A Real Live Fire 32
Wilderness Ways 33
Remember to Not Forget 34
Section III Log-In 35
Section IV Teacher Instructions 36
Cause and Effects 37
The Structure of a Scene 38
Looking Forward 39
The Passage of Time 40
A Tale of Two Chapters 41
Mistakes Made, Lessons Learned 42
Section IV Log-In 43
Section V Teacher Instructions 44
From Top to Bottom 45-46
Help Him Help Himself 47
Step by Step 48
Isn't It Ironic? 49
Up and Down Feelings 50
Section V Log-In 51
What Happens Next 52
A Changed Person 53
The Rest of the Story 54
Winter Wonder 55
Add It Up 57-59
One Character, Two Settings 60
Major Minors 61
A New Point of View 62
A Different Genre 63
A Guide to Survival 64-65
A Novel Poster 66-67
An Essay on Theme 68-70
Writing a Persuasive Letter 71
My Book Rating 72
Words to Know 73-75

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