My Side of the Mountain Study Guide by Progeny Press is a unit study in a literature guide. Through the plethora of Optional Projects and Activities, there are creative writing prompts, a math lesson, science experiments, field trips, research, arts and crafts. The chapters of this book are not numbered, however, each section in this guide covers 2-3 chapters of the book. Each section starts with vocabulary work followed by comprehension questions, scriptural connections, and those optional activities. Literary skills covered are many—POV, tone, mood, story elements, irony, flashback, allusion, bildungsroman (coming-of-age), and more. Prereading Activities provide context to what you will read. The After-You-Read Activities are suggested extension work to make connections to what you just read. A catered list of age-appropriate Further Reading books is also provided. Answers are in the back on perforated pages for easy removal. 72 pages, softcover. ~Rebecca
My Side of the Mountain Study Guide | Progeny Press
Product Overview
- A literature study that is broken up by field trips, camping adventures, science lessons, and so much more!
- A coming-of-age read and study for middle school readers!
- Approximate Completion Time: 10 weeks
Description
Vocabulary wordsused throughout the novel, utilizing a variety of activities to stimulate retention and growth.
Literary Techniques: Point of view, verbs, anthropomorphism, irony, flashback, in context, adjectives, similes, recap, paraphrase, fact vs. opinion, onomatopoeia, comic relief, mood, metaphors, allusion, alphabetical order, idioms, oxymorons, alliteration, assonance, consonance, extended metaphors, willing suspension of disbelief, conflict, quest, dramatic structure, full-circle ending, coming of age, bildungsroman, compare & contrast.
Moral Lessons and Character Values: Understanding God, being alone, superstitions, fear & worry, patience, provision, acceptance, hospitality, bullying, God's care, honoring parents, lying, daily life.
Activities and WritingAssignments: field trips, plant research, creative writing, safety discussion, letter writing, math connections, superstitions, legends, poster project, cooking centers, research writing, drama projects, journal writing, rock climbing, wooden toys, science connections, crossword puzzle, Christmas wreath project, peregrine falcons, health & nutrition, maple syrup, parody, essay choices, power point project, art & design, class party, journalism newspaper.
Suggestions for Further Reading:We include an in-depth reading list of more plays by the same author(s) and other books that tie in with, or are similar to, My Side of the Mountain.
All of the unit lessons are written from a Christian perspective!
Features and Benefits of the study guidePrinted Workbook Format
- Large 8.5x11 format is convenient to read and easy on the eyes
- Every question has plenty of whitespace for student's answers
- Encourages neat and clean handwriting practice
- Easily transports without the need for a laptop or other expensive equipment
- Provides a permanent record of the student's work
- Convenient, removable answer key included for the teacher!
The Middle School guides is our largest offering of titles with Progeny Press. With over 40 titles to choose from, there are numerous books that will likely be suitable for your student. All presented from a Christian worldview, each guide is filled with comprehension questions, vocabulary building, and scriptural connections and application. Pages can be copied for family and individual classroom use. Many of the classics are found in this collection and would provide a great opportunity (or incentive) for your students to read the book and watch the movie! The recommended target goal is for students to read 4-6 guides during the school year. Answers are in the back and can be easily removed. Each guide includes Notes to the Instructor, mini author biographies, and background information. You may be working with a range of students all from one guide, and that’s okay! Each student will do what they are developmentally capable of accomplishing. It is easy to read just for fun, yet adding a literature guide helps to provide a guided reading experience promoting deeper thought and critical thinking. ~Rebecca
| Product Format: | Paperback |
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| Grades: | 5-8 |
| Brand: | Progeny Press |
| ISBN: | 9781586096649 |
| Length in Inches: | 10.75 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.25 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.1875 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.4 |