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This is an outline of a project I did with my class while they read "The Westing Game" using Weebly. Each student created a website and used it to keep track of the characters, clues, settings, and chapter summaries. It was a very challenging project, but I believe the kids got a lot out of it. The doc also has the dates I used, but that is entirely up to your discretion.

This activity asks students to write from two perspectives after reading a kid friendly (it was made for ages 11-12 but there's flexibility) retelling of the Viking Raid on Lindisfarne-- an attack that shook western Europe to its core and started the Viking Age. Estimated Duration:At the 6th grade level, I expect this to take 2 (53 minute) class periods if the kids are working efficiently. There are enrichment options for kids who finish early on the last slide, and those who do not finish in

This is a table where student can take guided notes about chapters 1 and 2 in "The Breadwinner" by Deborah Ellis. It will prompt students to take notice of important information provided by the author early on in the novel. This was designed to be completed on a computer, but you can print it out as a worksheet.

This is a 3 page long packet that is general enough to be used with any story. One page focuses on plot, one on reading strategies, and one on reflection after reading. This doc can be used and edited on Microsoft word. It can also be printed and used as a hard copy worksheet.