Novel Study: Escaping the Giant Wave

Jerri·

Literature

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Grade Level5th Grade

SubjectLiterature

Original Prompt

Create a novel study for Escaping the Giant Wave by Peg Kehert; include word studies and multisyllabic word work; include multiple choice questions and wrtiten response based on each chapter. Include a character study ; include factual information about tsunami's; include safety tips for disaster with follow up questions.

This document is a novel study for 'Escaping the Giant Wave' by Peg Kehret. It encompasses a detailed overview of the story following 13-year-old Kyle as he navigates the challenges of surviving a tsunami during a vacation. The study includes a structured reading schedule, vocabulary focus, comprehension questions, a character study, and educational content about tsunamis and natural disasters. There are interactive sections encouraging students to think about natural disasters, compare fictional events with real-life tsunamis, and examine the character development throughout the story. The guide also emphasizes themes like perseverance, the importance of preparation, and overcoming fear in crisis situations, making it an engaging resource for students to deepen their understanding of the novel and its real-world implications.