The Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen Wang
> Extensive workbook for an acclaimed graphic novel! (See below for recognitions.)
> 27 pages > Has common core connections
> From close reading questions to open ended activities.
CONTENTS
Pgs. 2-18 Chapter questions & vocab
Pgs. 19-22 Graphic organizers
Details
> Questions for every chapter
> 150 questions
> 4 graphic organizers, 3 based on novel characters, not generic
> Novel review form is a reusable, career-long resource
> Questions are not only checks on reading; many require close reading, are reflection-driven, open-ended, and vocab sections include minor sketching.
> Vocab for every chapter
> Close-reading character graphic organizers
QUESTIONSFour types
- Short Response (complete sentences not required)
- Written Response (complete sentences required)
- True/False
- Nine thought bubble activities
Example Questions> Why would Frances ask Emile if the client is an aristocrat?
> What is Sebastian’s conflict?
1 sentence minimum > Is Sebastian’s conflict internal or external?
> On pages 50-51 we see a prince who feels very differently from earlier pages.
Compare his facial expressions on pages 50-51 to earlier in the chapter.
> Why does Lady Sophia want Frances to create a “ghastly” dress for the ball?
> What are at least three things the king does in chapters 10-11 which you feel he would not have done at the beginning of the novel?
3 sentence minimum> Who are the two people who know Sebastian’s secret?
> What words would you use to describe how the audience is
feeling in picture
B?
> Between the two scenes below, Peter’s attitude toward Frances changes dramatically. What causes the change?
> Clue 4 tells me: __________________
> Which of the theme/s below did you see in the novel?
> Pg. 47. The Prince says, “My whole life is other people deciding what’s acceptable. When I put on a dress, I get to decide what’s silly.”
Can you can relate? Have you ever felt like other people get to decide what’s acceptable, or not, for you? Have you ever felt like you can’t be yourself because it’s not what you are “supposed” to be? By family? Friends? Other adults? Society in general? What about expectations made by media, music, or TV/Film?
Discuss this, or the closest experience/s you have to this. 5
sentence minimum
<>All resources are designed for struggling learners. Perfect modified or alternative resource for special education or below-level learners. Reading comprehension questions are not all higher order thinking. The reflective & no wrong answer style inquiries encourage independent thinking - great for discussion. Roughly 8th grade level.
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Acclaim for The Prince and the Dressmaker
Washington Post Best Graphic Novel of 2018
NPR Best Book of 2018
Boston Globe Best Children's Book of 2018
Publishers Weekly Best Books of the Year
Joint winner of the 2018 Harvey Award for Best Children’s or Young Adult Book
2019 Children’s and Teen Choice Book Awards Teen Book of the Year
