No-prep workbook for “Sometimes a Dream Needs a Push” by Walter Dean Myers
A short story from Flying Lessons & Other Stories
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Pgs. 1-4: Reading comprehension questions, vocab activities, post-reading questions
Pg. 5: Story mountain plotline graphic organizer
Pg. 6: Character graphic organizer
Pg. 8: Key
Pg. 9: THREE Additional Activities Suggestions:
1. Two discussion topics and their relevance & role in the story (Myers' writing style,
and ableism respectively) - both can be used pre- or post-reading
2. Pre- or mid-reading suggestion
3. Extension activity
Details
> 2 pre-reading questions
> 36 reading comprehension questions
> 4 post-reading questions
> Three types of questions
- Short Response (complete sentences not required)
- Complete Response (complete sentences required)
- True/False
> Students have to dig deeper into the text with this resource.
> Questions push students to think critically about character development identity - not just surface-level comprehension checks.
> "Complete Response" questions are great for discussion as they are often
reflective/no wrong answer style to encourage independent thinking & interpretation.
> Character graphic organizers are customized to the characters - not generic.
> Story review form can be used for any book, story, or epic poem - career-long resource.
Themes: perseverance, abelism
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Review from TPT: "Great resource thanks! The students were engaged and motivated throughout the activity!"
