Martin's Big Words *Book Companion*

This resource was created to accompany “Martin’s Big Words” by Doreen Rappaport. It is perfect for Martin Luther King Day or Black History Month! This book companion is an engaging and low prep way for your students to learn about Martin Luther King Jr. All the activities are designed to nurture important literacy skills while engaging your students as they read for understanding and write critically about the text.


Included in this resource:
*Story Map (characters, setting, problem, solution)
*Noun Sort
*Word Detective (nouns, verbs, adjectives)
*Story Sequencing (first, then, next, last)
*Vocabulary (focus on new and interesting words)
*Vocabulary Word Search
*KWL Chart
*Was Had Wanted Organizer
*Favorite Part Printable (available with both primary and secondary lines)
*Writing Prompt available with both primary and secondary lines (“I can make the world a better place by…”)
*Writing Prompt available with both primary and secondary lines (“Here are some facts I learned about Martin Luther King Jr…”)
*Picture Walk (available with both primary and secondary lines)
*Text to Self Connection
*Describe Martin (graphic organizer)
*Comprehension Check
*Alphabetical Order (two versions)


Please check out the preview for a more comprehensive look at the included activities!
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