No Prep Novel Study: Slacker by Gordon Korman (Print + DIGITAL)
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This is a 120+ page, Common Core aligned complete novel study for the novel Slacker by Gordon Korman. This NO PREP book study teaching unit has everything that you will need to teach and assess the novel. ALL ANSWER KEYS ARE INCLUDED.
The novel study is divided into 5 sections. Each section includes vocabulary, chapter questions, discussion questions, a vocabulary crossword puzzle, and a review quiz.
- Section 1: Chapters 1-6
- Section 2: Chapters 7-12
- Section 3: Chapters 13-19
- Section 4: Chapters 20-26
- Section 5: Chapters 27-33
GO DIGITAL! Choose printed or paperless resources! The student packet, crossword puzzles, and quizzes are available as Google Drive files. A vocabulary and definitions list is also included to allow you to easily import into Flippity, Kahoot, Quizlet, etc. to create digital flashcards or word games.
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Included in this novel study guide for Slacker by Gordon Korman:
Introductory and Informational Materials:
- Teaching Notes
- CCSS Checklists for grades 5-7
Vocabulary Building Materials:
- Vocabulary Master List (digital option)
- "Mark My Words” Student Vocabulary Bookmark
- Word Wall Cards
- Vocabulary and Definition Cards
- Vocabulary & Character Crossword Puzzles (5, answer keys included) (digital option)
- Final Vocabulary Quiz (matching, answer key included)
Student Packet (digital option) (divided into 5 sections) featuring:
- Vocabulary
- Chapter Questions
- Focused instruction on Figurative Language, Synonyms & Antonyms, Theme, and Characterization
- Discussion Questions
- Student Projects
Easy to Grade Assessments:
- Vocabulary Quiz (matching)
- (5) Section Quizzes (m/c) (digital option-Google Forms)
- 30-Question Comprehensive Quiz (m/c) (digital option-Google Forms)
Activities Included in this Book Study:
- Slacker Question and Answer Dice Game
Common Core Standards utilized with this unit:
- R.L. 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.6, 5.10
- R.L. 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 6.6, 6.10
- R.L. 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.6, 7.10
- L. 5.4, 5.4a, 5.4c, 5.5, 5.5a, 5.5b, 5.5c
- L. 6.4, 6.4a, 6.4c, 6.4d, 6.5, 6.5a
- L. 7.4, 7.4a, 7.4c, 7.4d, 7.5, 7.5a, 7.5b
Skills addressed in this book study guide include:
- determining word meaning from context clues or a dictionary
- synonyms and antonyms
- identifying and explaining the meaning and purpose of figurative language
- identifying the narrator
- making predictions
- give evidence/reasoning to support an answer
- understanding a character's feelings
- explain how a character has changed over the course of the story
- summarizing
- identify theme(s)
- compare and contrast
- create a timeline (extension project)
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Looking for a standalone student workbook / study guide?
Purchase the student packet for Slacker here.
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Purchase the section quizzes and crossword puzzles as a stand-alone product here.
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