Novel Units Literature Guides are one of the most
extensive collections of individual novel study guides available, covering
hundreds of popular books from elementary through high school.
These practical, easy-to-use guides help students develop
reading comprehension, literary analysis, vocabulary, and critical thinking
skills through high-quality literature. They are ideal for homeschool families,
classrooms, and literature circles.
Key Curriculum Features:
Chapter-by-chapter or section-by-section coverage including vocabulary, comprehension, and discussion questions
Pre-reading activities and background
information on the book and author
Suggested activities, writing ideas, and
reproducible graphic organizers
Culminating projects and assessment ideas
Focus on literary elements and critical thinking
Program Components:
Teacher Guides: 30–40 page guides with
answers, discussion questions, activity suggestions, and reproducible assessment
pages
Student Packets: Non-reproducible activity
pages, graphic organizers, writing prompts, quizzes, unit tests, and rubrics.
Only available for some books
Novel Unit Sets: Bundles that include the
Teacher Guide and/or Student Packet plus the matching novel
Teacher Guides work well for discussion-focused or
parent-led studies, while Student Packets are excellent for independent
student work. The two components have minimal overlap and can be used
separately as standalone products or together for a more complete novel study.
Novel Units Literature Guides stand out for their
wide selection of titles, practical format, and flexibility. They are an
excellent choice for families who want targeted, book-specific literature
studies without a full-year curriculum.
Browse all Novel Units Literature Guides, Student
Packets, and book bundles below!
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
