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A Novel Approach: Using Paired Novels to Master Close Reading Grades 5-6

Prompt students to think critically, analyze deeply, and cite extensively from texts by conducting a comparison of two award winning contemporary novels. Students will examine how two authors approach literary elements such as Characterization, Plot, Setting, and Genre, Theme, and Craft and Structure. They will gain a thorough understanding of the novels, supporting their ideas and opinions through deep discussion, written responses, and the creation of Student Literature Notebooks. This is an excellent program for modeling and mastering close reading!


Includes:

  • 10 copies of each novel (20 books total)
  • 20 Student Literature Notebooks (32 pages)
  • Teacher’s Guide (128 pages)
  • CD with reproducible Student Activities

  • Novels include:
    • A Long Walk to Water
    • Home of the Brave

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