Giver

Giver

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Item #: 003189
ISBN: 9780544336261
Grades: 5-9

Product Description:

Another Newbery Award (1994) winner from the author of Number the Stars. Aremarkable coming-of-age story about a young man who overcomes his society. Setin a "utopian" or "dystopian" (depending on your point of view!) society whichis extremely regulated and controlled, Jonas is selected for the very specialjob of becoming the Receiver of Memory in this story about a community of thefuture. When Jonas realizes, however, what has been lost and what the price ofconformity is, he makes a daring decision that will forever change his life.Our whole family read and discussed this book, finding it an excellent startingpoint for frank discussion of individuality and responsibility vs. security andhomogeneity. Jonas is chosen to be the Receiver of Memory for his community. Ashe becomes aware of the choices his world has made, he is faced with adifficult decision.

Category Description for Progeny Press Study Guides & Books:

The best way to describe these wonderful books is “literature and Bible study rolled into one.” Truly from a Christian perspective, these classic and award-winning books are examined in the light of God’s Word and a Biblical worldview. The author sent us several review copies and they are wonderful!

Each guide includes:

  • a concise synopsis of the book
  • information about the book’s author
  • background information pertinent to the story
  • suggestions for activities relating to the subject matter
  • introduction of literary terms
  • vocabulary exercises for each section of reading
  • comprehension, analysis, and application questions for each section of reading with discussion of related Biblical themes
  • a complete answer key and suggestions for further reading

Their brochure states “Our goal is to teach students of all ages to examine what they read, Christian or secular, classic or contemporary, and value the truth it contains as measured against the Bible.” A worthy goal indeed! If you want to study great literature from a Christian perspective, here’s your answer! If in doubt, try just one - we’re sure you’ll be back for more!

Progeny Press guides are available in two formats: softcover staplebound booklets and CD-ROMs. The CD-ROMs originally featured printable .pdf files, but Progeny Press is now transitioning these to interactive .pdf files. Inspired by a tax software, these files are able to be used by the student on the computer, or printed out. Questions in the files have text boxes to type in or buttons to select, so you won’t have to print worksheet pages if you don’t want to. Plus, users can grade their answers and leave notes as well! Upper Elementary through High School CD guides are now interactive, while Lower elementary titles are remaining the same, printable but not interactive. All books to accompany study guides are available from us for your convenience.

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Please note that a brief synopsis of many of the books included here are provided in our Library Builders section. Study guides for the same book are often available from several publishers, so we found it more efficient to give a description of the book only once.


Primary Subject
Reading/Literature
Grade Start
5
Grade End
9
ISBN
9780544336261
Author
Lois Lowry
Format
Softcover Book
Brand Name
Clarion
Weight
0.4563 (lbs.)
Dimensions
8.19" x 5.5" x 0.62"
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It was recommended by a friend.
Jennifer G on Aug 15, 2022
Notgrass history curriculum "Exploring America"
Genna B on Apr 19, 2022
It was recommended by a friend.
Jennifer G on Aug 15, 2022
Required reading
Vickie P on Jul 26, 2022
Notgrass history curriculum "Exploring America"
Genna B on Apr 19, 2022
Great movie to follow our study afterwards
Michelle B on Mar 7, 2021
This is an excellent story!
Paul M on Nov 16, 2020
Excellent book! The same concept applies in today's society.
Barbara M on Jul 6, 2020
For my daughter to read.
Marla B on Apr 12, 2020
Great book for grade 5 and above
Rita S on Mar 29, 2020
need it
Rina N on Aug 6, 2019
Part of Notgrass Exploring America's recommended reading.
Eva D on Jun 29, 2019
Required course reading
Kelly B on Jun 25, 2019
Using in a co-op in the fall.
Christi L on May 27, 2019
My 7th grader was interested in reading this novel
Anita R on Nov 1, 2018
Excellent book
Terri S on Nov 2, 2017
My daughter began reading this book in Barnes and Nobles while we were waiting for our ride to pick us up. It quickly grabbed her attention. She did not want to purchase it, so I am surprising her with it.
JANEEN K on Nov 28, 2016
On reading list
Raymond C on Jul 17, 2016
I bought the book to go with the study guide.
Paula H on Jan 11, 2016
Required reading
Vickie P on Jul 26, 2022
Great movie to follow our study afterwards
Michelle B on Mar 7, 2021
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WE really enjoyed this book although I do not think the subject matter is easily handled by anyone less than middle school age This is a book to spark serious discussion
September 16, 2005

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