No-prep mini-workbook for "Indoor Kids" by Alex London.
A short story from
It's a Whole Spiel: Love, Latkes, and Other Jewish Stories.
Pgs. 1-5: Reading comprehension questions & Vocab activity
Pg. 6: Graphic Organizer - Character Venn
Pg. 7: Graphic Organizer - Elements of Plot
Pg. 8: Story Review Form
Pg. 9: Key
Details
> 40 reading comprehension & reflection questions
> Three types of questions:
- Short Response (complete sentences not required)
- Complete Response (complete sentences required)
- True/False
> Questions are designed to push students to think critically about culture and identity.
> "Complete Response" questions are great for discussion as they're often
reflective/no wrong answer style to encourage independent thinking and interpretation.
> Elements of plot graphic organizer. This organizer can be used with any text.
Themes: first love, summer camp crush
<>All resources are designed for struggling learners. Perfect modified or alternative resource for below-level learners. Reading comprehension questions are not all higher order thinking. Reflective & no wrong answer questions encourage independent thinking and discussion. 7-11th grade level.
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