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Eve of the Emperor Penguin Novel Study

If you are looking for an engaging and fun activity to do during the winter months with the book, Eve of the Emperor Penguin. Consider this done for you novel study. It provides readers with an opportunity to practice comprehension skills and vocabulary with before/during/after activities connected to each chapter.

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If you are looking for an engaging and fun activity to do during the winter months with the book, Eve of the Emperor Penguin. Consider this done for you novel study. It provides readers with an opportunity to practice comprehension skills and vocabulary with before/during/after activities connected to each chapter.

WHAT SKILLS ARE ADDRESSED IN THE EVE OF THE EMPEROR PENGUINS UNIT:

  • making predictions
  • visualizing
  • problem and solution
  • summarizing
  • character traits
  • question types
  • citing text evidence
  • author’s purpose
  • making comparisons and connections,
  • and drawing conclusions.

MORE ABOUT THE EVE OF THE EMPEROR PENGUINS UNIT:

Group discussion is encouraged throughout the reading of the book. The unit would also work well with literature circles. It’s been tested in several classrooms and found to be easy to follow for parents and teaching assistance. An answer key is not included as some answers vary and group discussion fosters higher level thinking skills.

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WHAT TEACHERS HAVE HAD TO SAY ABOUT THIS BOOK COMPANION:

โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ Lorraine V. says, “Great resource to inspire students to make the world a better place”

โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ Ashley Lafleurย (TpT Seller) says, “This is one of my favorite books ever, so I’m glad I found a resource that was helpful when I read it to my class! ”

โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธFiona Connellyย (TpT Seller) says, “I have loved this book for years and am so glad to have resources to help us use it for more than just a fun read-aloud at the end of the year. ”

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Grade Level

2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade

Resource Type

Guided Reading Books

Subject

Balanced Literacy, Reading Strategies

23 reviews for Eve of the Emperor Penguin Novel Study

  1. Read With Me ABC –

    This unit contains thoughtfully planned before-during-after activities for each chapter. It provides opportunities for students to apply the comprehension strategies they’ve learned. I love the vocabulary focus as well!

  2. Practically Penniless –

    This will be very useful. Thank you.

  3. Jenny B. –

    The activities give the students an opportunity to practice the various reading strategies…well done.

  4. Burke’s Special Kids –

    I love the built in mini lessons on so many strategies and standards in one product. Lots of opportunities for strategic thinking and discussions. I am so glad I discovered your store!

  5. The Salted Notebook –

    Great unit for a great series of books. The activities are not bland comprehension questions, but engaging and thought provoking. Brilliant! Thank you.

  6. Julie K. –

    Great resource , thanks!

  7. Jen Stamm –

    I’m looking forward to getting my students to think deeper about what they are reading with this unit.

  8. Jennifer S. –

    Love these activities to go with this novel!

  9. Second Grade Stories –

    I used this with my enrichment book group and they loved it. Great resource!

  10. Cassandra M. –

    I used this with my reading group. Great resource!

  11. Christina H. –

    It was great help. Thanks

  12. jodi B. –

    Great thanks

  13. Diane Parr –

    My Small groups will love this!

  14. Sarah’s Speech Language and Literacy Spot –

    Great book companion, very helpful and thorough.

  15. Samuel C. –

    Love this!!

  16. Whitney R. –

    Thank you!

  17. Dawn S. –

    Great Resource

  18. dixiestix –

    great

  19. Katie A England –

    Great resource to use for this book

  20. See Kara Teach –

    There seemed to be a few errors. I was a little disappointed in that.

  21. Nicole P. –

    Thanks for the great resource!

  22. Amanda S. –

    Great activities.

  23. Lindsey L. –

    Great resources for our novel study!

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