Books to Compliment The Tale of Despereaux
Unit Plan: A Lively Read of The Tale of Despereaux
One professional resource, plus other books by Kate DiCamillo.
The Fluent Reader by Timothy V. Rasinski, James Hoffman (Introduction by)
The Fluent Reader is full of practical, easy-to-implement strategies to build reading fluency and comprehension. It's a quick read and you'll come away with great ideas.
Classroom Tip: I read this book on a beach in Puerto Rico in summer 2004 and knew immediately that there were many ideas I could adapt and use in my classroom. My salt-water-stained copy has seen lots of use since then. Even if you don't have time to read now, buy a copy and keep it for next summer's reading!
Mercy Watson to the Rescue by Kate DiCamillo
The adventures of Mercy Watson, a pig adopted by the human Watson family. The story has a chain of hysterically funny events and ultimately Mercy saves the day. A book for beginning readers in grades K-2. This is the first book in what will be a series of six chapter books about Mercy written for young readers. Colorful, captivating illustrations.
Classroom Tip: A suggestion for further reading for those 2nd graders who are ready for simple chapter books.
Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo
Opal and her dog, Winn-Dixie, make friends in her new hometown in Florida. This book is full of wonderful characters. Many students will have seen the film version.
Classroom Tip: Although Because of Winn-Dixie's themes and content are more for older readers, there may be one or two students who have seen the movie and will enjoy reading the book.
The Tiger Rising by Kate DiCamillo
The story of 12-year-old Rob Horton, who finds a caged tiger in the woods and a new friend, Sistine, as he comes to grips with his mother's death. This dark tale is for older readers, ages 9 to 12.
Classroom Tip: I include this book because it was written by Kate DiCamillo. It is not for young readers.
The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo
A brand new book due out in February 2006.
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A Reading Guide to The Giver by Lois Lowry
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A Reading Guide to The Giver by Lois Lowry
This revolutionary new reading guide series helps students, parents, and teachers explore all the nuances of today's most beloved novels for middle-graders. This reading companion is designed to enhance book reports and enliven discussions of the book, to support parents who wish to talk about books with their kids, and to help teachers who are looking for background information on these titles. The guides include a very brief plot summary and longer discussions about setting, themes, and chara
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A Reading Guide to Julie of the Wolves by Jean Craighead George
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A Reading Guide to Julie of the Wolves by Jean Craighead George
Give your child the tools to be a more powerful reader. In the book Julie of the Wolves, 13-year-old Miyax feels pulled by the traditional world of her Eskimo village and the modern ways represented by her pen pal in San Francisco. This BookFile provides insight into the novel's plot, setting, and characters. It defines important words and supplies in-depth author information to help your child get more out of the book.
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