Midnight on the Moon is perfect to pair with phases of the moon studies. This guided reading unit is set up with before/during/after activities and vocabulary for each chapter. Each chapter focuses on a comprehension skill.

Midnight on the Moon Skills include:

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

HOW TEACHERS CAN USE THE MIDNIGHT ON THE MOON 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.