Middle ages literature circles for GATE

This is a mini-guide (a two-week study) for the book titled, by Marguerite de Angeli. In this book set in the Middle Ages, Robin discovers that -- despite handicaps -- he is able to serve his country. The mini-guide contains: vocabulary activitiesdiscussion questionsreading activities – Students will learn about: the Newbery Medal, implicit and explicit theme, alliteration, plants, simile, repetition, and onomatopoeia. Students will: read background information, match people with their gaits,

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Grades:

4th - 6th

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Jean Martin's Balanced Literacy

The Book of BOY by Catherine Gilbert Murdock: A PDF Literature Guide

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This is a custom-made, ready-to-use PDF resource for grades 4-7 who are reading the 2019 Newbery Honor Book, The Book of BOY. Included are 32 student pages that can be used to create student workbooks (or worksheets) or can be exported as an Easel digital product for assigning and collecting digitally. The student work is designed to promote close reading and understanding. This packet also includes an answer key, student bookmarks, optional culminating activities, and a listing of the Common

Subjects:

Close Reading, English Language Arts, Middle Ages

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Worksheets, Literature Circles, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

RL.4.1

, RL.4.2

, RL.4.4

, RL.4.6

, RL.4.10

...

The Minstrel In The Tower Book Report and Lapbook

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Linda Finch

Our story begins with a brother and sister. Their father has gone off to fight in the Crusades and their mother is very sick. Their mother tells them that she has a brother and she asks them to go and find their uncle. Come join the adventure as Roger and Alice set off looking for their Uncle - Lord Raimond. Students will journal using vocabulary from the book and in the process will learn about genre, themes, and the main characters of the story. They will create a lapbook as a tangible met

Subjects:

Creative Writing, Literature, Middle Ages

Grades:

2nd - 5th

Types:

Activities, Literature Circles

Mini-Guide for Middlers: Otto of the Silver Hand Interactive

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This is a mini-guide (a two-week literature study) for the book titled Otto of the Silver Hand, by Howard Pyle. In this book, Otto must -- after a childhood in a monastery -- return to his father's warring household. This guide includes:vocabulary activitiesdiscussion questionsreading activities – Students will: write notes about the use of colors and sounds, locate places on maps, read biographical information about the author, describe illustrations, create a character diagram, read historic

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Grades:

6th - 9th

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Mini-Guide for Middlers: Crispin -- The Cross of Lead Interactive

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This is a mini-guide (a two-week literature study) for the book titled Crispin -- The Cross of Lead, by Avi. In this book, a poor boy named Crispin is persecuted in 14th century England. The guide includes:vocabulary activitiesdiscussion questionsreading activities – Students will: fill in a chart about types of monks, create a list, fill in a plot diagram, think critically, write a short sequel, and complete a clock activity for canonical hours. Students will learn about: protagonist/antago

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Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Asian Studies, European History, Middle Ages

Knight Vs. Samurai: A multimedia comparison/point-of-view experience

Created by

Erin Schneider

What middle school student doesn't like to learn about fighting? This lesson (which is one of my best sellers) comparing Knights and Samurais gets them interested right away and relates to Common Core! Using Voicethread.com or GoAnimate4Schools.com students take on the point-of-view of a Knight and Samurai to compare various aspects of each (i.e. appearance, responsibilities, combat skills, weapons, code of conduct, etc...). This product includes my rough lesson plan (allowing you to see my

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Grades:

7th - 9th

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CCSS:

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Good Masters, Sweet Ladies Discussion Question Guide

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Miss Clelands Class

Are you teaching Good Masters, Sweet Ladies, and would like extensive questions based on each monologue in the book? Use these for class discussions or assign a poem to groups and use the questions to promote rich, student-led discussions or literature circles!What's Included:253 total questions on each monologue and accompanying nonfiction passage.Questions for each monologue require students to:Make InferencesUse Text EvidenceDefine words using context cluesExamine connotative meaningsMake Pre

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Middle Ages

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Activities, Literature Circles, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

RL.6.1

, RL.6.2

, RL.6.3

, RL.6.4

, RL.6.5

...

Mini-Guide for Middlers: Adam of the Road Interactive

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This is a mini-guide (a two-week literature study) for the book Adam of the Road, by Elizabeth G. Vining. The book is a work of historical fiction about a boy who searches for his father and his dog in 13th century England. The guide contains: vocabulary activitiesdiscussion questionsreading activities: rhyme scheme, the number 3, alliteration, matching, cliffhanger, sequence, allusion, simile, descriptive writingrelated activitieswriting exerciseslife applications/Bibleweb linksa crossword pu

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Grades:

6th - 9th

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Mini-Guide for Juniors: Ink on His Fingers Interactive

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This is a two-week literature guide for the book titled Ink on His Fingers, by Louise Vernon. In this book, Hans gets involved in a mystery when works as an apprentice to Johann Gutenberg. The guide includes:vocabulary activitiesdiscussion questionsreading activities: Students will: fill in a K-W-L Chart, practice predicting, complete map work, fill in an ARISTOCRATS diagram, and fill in an opinion chart. Students will learn about: centuries, opinions/facts, alliteration, similes, idioms, and

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Grades:

4th - 6th

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Mini-Guide for Juniors: The Apple and the Arrow Interactive

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This is a two-week literature study for the book titled The Apple and the Arrow, by Conrad and Mary Buff. In this book, 12-year-old Walter experiences a revolution in 1291 in the area that is now Switzerland. The guide includes:vocabulary activitiesdiscussion questionsreading activities: protagonist/antagonist, prose/poetry, fill in a century chart, idioms, similes, word choices, fill in a comparison/contrast chart, alliteration, metaphor, make a list, sequence, theme, formulate a conclusion,

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Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Mini-Guide for Middlers: The Hidden Treasure of Glaston Interactive

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This is a mini-guide (a two-week literature study) for the book titled The Hidden Treasure of Glaston, by Eleanore M. Jewett. In this book, Hugh is involved in a hunt for treasure in 12th century England. The guide contains:vocabulary activitiesdiscussion questionsreading activities -- Students will: identify a plant, predict, work on puzzle pieces, read background information, create a list, add words to a synonym star, explain why a word is effective, review a prediction, and think critically

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Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Middle Ages, Social Studies - History, World History

The 95 These of Martin Luther; Common Core Approach

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Creative History

The 95 Theses of Martin Luther triggered the Reformation and brought an era of great change to Europe. The 95 Theses of Martin Luther triggered the Reformation and brought an era of great change to Europe. In a Common Core approach, the students are going to create an illustrated pamphlet by reading five of the “95 Theses” of Martin Luther, visually demonstrating their understanding, and concisely explaining why the Church’s actions angered him. Martin Luther was passionately defending Christ

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Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

DBQs, GATE, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

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Blood Red Horse Plot Quizzes

Created by

The Bouncing Owl

This product includes 5 multiple choice plot quizzes for the novel Blood Red Horse by K. M. Grant, which tells the story of two boys fighting in the crusades during the Middle Ages: one Muslim and one Christian. Each quiz is made up of multiple choice questions that cover a section of the novel. The first quiz has 5 questions; all the other quizzes have 10 questions each. The full breakdown of chapters is listed below. The product includes both a self-grading Google Form and a Google Doc versio

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Middle Ages

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Assessment, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RL.7.9

, RL.7.10

, CCRA.R.1

, CCRA.R.3

Mini-Guide for Middlers: The Trumpeter of Krakow Interactive

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This is a mini-guide (a two-week literature study) for the book titled The Trumpeter of Krakow, by Eric P. Kelly. In this book, a family guards the Great Tarnov Crystal in Krakow in 1461. This guide includes:vocabulary activitiesdiscussion questionsreading activities – Students will: create a list, tell a story, fill in a chart, analyze a conclusion, and formulate conclusions. Students will learn about: protagonist, antagonist, characterization, the problem, alliteration, descriptive words a

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Grades:

6th - 9th

Types: