Tag: 5th Grade Novel Study

How to Train Your Dragon Teaching Ideas

How to Train Your Dragon Teaching Ideas

In Cressida Cowell’s novel How to Train Your Dragon, readers meet Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III as he strives to prove himself in a world of Vikings and dragons. This fantasy novel combines humor, action, and heartwarming moments, making it a perfect read for upper elementary students. Hiccup, the son of a Viking chief, must capture …

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And Then, Boom! Novel Ideas

And Then, Boom!

In Lisa Fipps’ novel And Then, Boom!, readers follow the journey of Joseph Oak, a young boy navigating tough family situations. The story touches on themes like homelessness and the importance of community support. This is an excellent book for upper elementary students. Joseph lives with his grandmother and mother, who often leaves due to …

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The War that Saved my Life Novel Ideas

The War that Saved My Life

In Kimberly Brubaker Bradley’s novel The War that Saved My Life, readers meet Ada, a young girl with a clubfoot, during World War II. This historical fiction novel examines human strength and the transformative power of love and acceptance. Ada and her brother, Jamie, are evacuated from London to the countryside to escape the war. …

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Heroes by Alan Gratz Teaching Ideas

Heroes A Story of Pearl Harbor

Have you had a chance to dive into Alan Gratz’s latest novel, Heroes: A Novel of Pearl Harbor? It’s a compelling story that captures the courage of people living in Hawaii during World War II. Alan Gratz is a renowned author known for his ability to blend historical events with fictional narratives, creating compelling stories that students …

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Loser Novel by Jerry Spinelli Teaching Ideas

Loser by Jerry Spinelli

Discover engaging Loser novel study ideas for upper elementary classrooms. Explore hands-on activities for student learning.

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Blood on the River Novel Study Ideas

Blood on the River

Are you searching for captivating novel study ideas centered around the historical narrative of Blood on the River by Elisa Carbone? It’s a thrilling story about the first years of the Jamestown Colony in Virginia, told from the perspective of Samuel Collier, a boy who works for Captain John Smith. The book is full of …

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Where the Mountain Meets the Moon Teaching Ideas

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon

Are you looking for Where the Mountain Meets the Moon teaching ideas? You are in the right place.  This novel by Grace Lin is a fantastic blend of fantasy, adventure, and Chinese culture that will captivate and challenge your students. In this blog post, I will give you an overview of the book and some …

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