Novel Study Reading Analysis

Dani·

Literature

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Grade Level4th Grade

SubjectLiterature

Original Prompt

create a lesson on a novel study including texts from the novel

This learning resource focuses on analyzing characters, plot, and themes in a selected novel excerpt. Students will engage with the text to identify key story elements, such as characters, settings, and internal conflicts. The excerpt introduces August, a ten-year-old boy who feels extraordinary yet perceives himself as ordinary due to his appearance, highlighting his desire for acceptance and normalcy. The analysis will encourage students to make text-based inferences regarding characters' feelings and motivations, as illustrated through characters like Leo in 'The Big Dive,' who faces fear yet demonstrates courage. Students will utilize a story elements tracker, create a story map to summarize plot events, and reflect on character motivations and personal feelings.