Welcome to my free novel studies index page! I offer you a collection of classic novels and short stories that I originally published as weekly installments on my blog.
These stories are in the public domain, so I can give you the full text, along with vocabulary words and practice exercises to help your students engage with the story. You can also find comprehension questions and constructed response questions. Some units even include language arts skill lessons to help your students improve their reading and writing skills.
To find all the chapter parts of each story easily, just click on the titles under the circular images to go directly to the story you want.
I hope your students enjoy reading these classic tales and improve their reading and writing skills along the way. Happy reading!
May 31
The Greek myth Arachne the Spinner is perfect for teaching a number of Common Core literature standards. Read the myth. Then enjoy the mini-lesson covering vocabulary, comprehension questions, and writing. Look for a link to the handout at the bottom of the post. Arachne A young girl named Arachne learned how to weave from the …
Permanent link to this article: https://bookunitsteacher.com/wp/?p=6367
May 14
The Greek myth Orpheus and Eurydice is perfect for teaching a number of Common Core literature standards. Read the myth. Then enjoy the mini-lesson covering vocabulary, comprehension questions, and writing. Look for a link to the handout at the bottom of the post. Orpheus Orpheus was the son of the god Apollo and the muse …
Permanent link to this article: https://bookunitsteacher.com/wp/?p=6362
May 03
The Greek myth Daedalus and Icarus is perfect for teaching a number of Common Core literature standards. Read the myth. Then enjoy the mini-lesson covering vocabulary, comprehension questions, and writing. Look for a link to the handout at the bottom of the post. The Gift Daedalus wanted to honor the newborn princess with a special …
Permanent link to this article: https://bookunitsteacher.com/wp/?p=6351
Jan 22
Have students read and complete the vocabulary practice found in the handout. Next, students read The Secret Garden Chapter 27 “In the Garden” using the text below, the audio version, or printable found in the handout. Finally, students complete the comprehension exercises. The audio file for Chapter 27 “In the Garden” is 30 minutes …
Permanent link to this article: https://bookunitsteacher.com/wp/?p=5160
Jan 15
Have students read and complete the vocabulary practice found in the handout. Next, students read The Secret Garden Chapter 26 “It’s Mother” using the text below, the audio version, or printable found in the handout. Finally, students complete the comprehension exercises. The audio file for Chapter 26 “It’s Mother” is 17 minutes 44 seconds in …
Permanent link to this article: https://bookunitsteacher.com/wp/?p=5158
Jan 08
Have students read and complete the vocabulary practice found in the handout. Next, students read The Secret Garden Chapter 25 “The Curtain” using the text below, the audio version, or printable found in the handout. Finally, students complete the comprehension exercises. The audio file for Chapter 25 “The Curtain” is 12 minutes 59 seconds in …
Permanent link to this article: https://bookunitsteacher.com/wp/?p=5156
Jan 01
Have students read and complete the vocabulary practice found in the handout. Next, students read The Secret Garden Chapter 24 “Let Them Laugh” using the text below, the audio version, or printable found in the handout. Finally, students complete the comprehension exercises. The audio file for Chapter 24 “Let Them Laugh” is 20 minutes 57 …
Permanent link to this article: https://bookunitsteacher.com/wp/?p=5154
