8th Grade Reading and Literature Activities

Enrichment activities and Internet resources to enhance teaching Shadow of a Bull, by Maia Wojciechowska.

Shadow of a Bull

Subjects:

Literature

Folk Tales

Reading and Literature

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The Black Cat -- Annotated for Readers Theatre

Here is an annotated "The Black Cat", for use with Readers Theatre. You'll enjoy this one!

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Fiction

Horror

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Paper Things Discussion Guide

These discussion questions for Paper Things are appropriate for in-class or independent use, and are particularly…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Children's Book

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Jules Verne and Science Fiction

Interesting facts and fun activities related to Jules Verne, the first true science fiction writer.

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Science Fiction

Authors

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Some history and some fun activities related to the "Batman & Robin" comic strip.

"Batman & Robin" Comics

Subjects:

Comics, Graphic Novels, & Illustrated Novels

Social Studies and History

Visual Arts

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Eruption! Volcanoes and the Science of Saving Lives Common Core Discussion & Activity Guide

Science meets adventure in Eruption! Volcanoes and the Science of Saving Lives, part of the Scientists in the Field…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Fiction

Natural Disasters

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Curriculum Guide to the Books of Richard Peck

Study the characters, themes, language, and historical connections of award-winning author Richard Peck's books. This…

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Reading and Literature

Fiction

Novels

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Explain what it means to be a peacemaker. For use with The Gorp's Gift, a story about gun safety and accident…

Be a Peacemaker

Subjects:

The Gorp's Gift: Gun Safety Resources for Teachers

Books

Literature

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The Beast of Cretacea Discussion Guide

Use these 20 discussion questions for The Beast of Cretacea in class or as the basis for reflective writing assignments.

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Reading and Literature

Children's Book

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Keeper Of The Lost Cities Curriculum Guide

Use this curriculum guide to plan your instruction for teaching The Keeper Of The Lost Cities series (published by Simon…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Reading

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Shakespeare's Globe Theater

Interesting facts and fun activities related to Shakespeare's Globe Theatre.

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Literary Drama

Shakespeare

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William Tell Facts & Olympic Activity

Interesting facts and fun activities related to William Tell and his famous arrow activities of 1307, plus an Olympic…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Literature

Fiction

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Thinking About Robinson Crusoe

Activities based on the story of Robinson Crusoe.

Subjects:

Adventure

Fiction

Literature

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Enrich your study of compounds and mixtures with this activity about polymers. This printable for physical science…

Polymers Activity

Subjects:

Molecules

Chemical Compounds

Energy and Matter

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GAMES AND APPS

Cheyenne Native American Game

Have your students learn how to play an old Native American game. This Cheyenne game is fun and easy to learn!

Subjects:

Social Studies and History

Native-American History (American Indians)

Native Americans

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Veterans Day Comprehension Questions

These comprehension questions accompany "The Story of Veterans Day" lesson plan. Ask your students why we celebrate…

Subjects:

Reading Comprehension

World War I (1914-1918)

World War II (1939-1945)

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Literature & Math: Stories about Georgia O'Keeffe

Students will learn about size, scale, proportion, ratio, and measurement as they study the work of 20th-century artist…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Literary Biographies

Works of Art

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Literature & Math: Mondrian

Explore the life and work of the 20th-century Dutch abstract painter, Piet Mondrian, through activities that connect…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Literary Biographies

Art History

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Literature & Math: Stories about Paul Cezanne

Through enrichment activities for Paul Cezanne and Paul Cezanne: A Painter's Journey, students will learn about the life…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Nonfiction Literature

Works of Art

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Exploring the World of Warriors – Teacher's Guide

Explore the characters, themes, setting, and writing tools in the Warrior series through the activities in this…

Subjects:

Literature

Reading and Literature

Fantasy Fiction

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Bird Lake Moon Reading Guide

This reading guide for Bird Lake Moon by Kevin Henkes includes class discussion questions and extension activities to…

Subjects:

Fiction

Literature

Reading and Literature

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Science Activity: Identifying an Organism's Needs

Challenge students to identify the organisms in this science printable and to research what kind of food each…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Reference Materials

Science

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Activity: Another Classification System

Familiarize students with the Dewey Decimal Classification System. In this printable, students will read a passage about…

Subjects:

Library Resources

Reading and Literature

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