A creative way to have the students summarize the novel, Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis. Students will write about the importance of the title, recall the setting and the plot. They will write about one of the many themes found in the novel, and write character sketches for two of the main characters. Students will also write the parts of speech and meanings for some of the vocabulary words found in the novel, as well as write complete sentences. They will have the opportunity to give their opinion on the ending of the novel and predict what will happen to Bud after the novel. A great assessment tool as well! 6 pages.

Charlie's parents and grandparents, along with their bed, have been loaded into Willy Wonka's great glass elevator in order to go to the Chocolate factory. After reading this amazing novel by Roald Dahl, the students will recap information on the settings, characters, plot and theme. They will describe a text-to-self connection that they have made while reading the novel, Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator. Students will also have the opportunity to write sentences using some of the vocabulary words and draw a picture of the glass elevator going into orbit around the earth. Use as an assessment tool too! Total Pages 7

We All Fall Down by Eric Walters is a novel about a Grade 9 boy who goes to "job shadow" his dad at the World Trade Centre on September 11, 2001. Then the unexpected happens... This culminating activity is a creative way to have the students summarize the novel. It contains definitions of each part of a story, setting, characters, plot, etc. Once completed it becomes a great assessment tool as well! Students will write about the importance of the title, recall the setting, plot and describe the characters. Sentences will be written using some of the vocabulary words. They will write about one of the many themes found in the novel, and also write about making connections, text-to-self and text-to-world. You have the flexibility to use each page of this resource at the same time or at different times of your novel study, depending what your lesson focus is. For example, if you are discussing settings and characters, just use page 1, and so on. As an alternative, you can cut out each section/part of the resource and mount it on cardstock to use in Language centers, Literature Circles or completed Mobiles. Great for Special Ed. and ESL students too, as it is easy to follow with definitions of each part of a story, setting, characters, plot, etc. Total Pages 5

The One and Only Ivan is a children's book by Katherine Applegate. Before, during or after reading the novel, have the students work on this word search that contains 50 vocabulary words. (Answer sheet included.) A sentence writing sheet is also included where the students can write sentences using some of the vocabulary words found in the word search. There is also a word sort sheet where students can review parts of speech while using the 50 vocabulary words. BONUS: 20 vocabulary word match sheet with answers! Total Pages 7

THE GIVER (by Lois Lowry) Vocabulary Pack includes: -a word search (answers included) -a vocabulary sentence writing sheet -a word sort sheet to be used with the word search vocabulary words (could be used to review parts of speech or as a grammar quiz) -a vocabulary match (answers included) that could be used as a quiz Pgs. 7

This 4 page culminating activity is a creative way for the students to recap their knowledge and understanding of the novel, THE GIVER by Lois Lowry. Students will be able to give you information on the settings, characters, plot and write parts of speech and meanings for some of the vocabulary words. They will also have the opportunity to write about one of the themes found in the novel, and write a character sketch. Pgs. 5

"WHAT WOULD YOU DO?", an activity that you could use with your students any time of the year. In this activity, students will answer specific questions that deal with the "bullying" theme. Could be used as a role playing exercise too! Students will then write a paragraph using the ideas they came up with when answering the questions. Contains vocabulary words that students could use to assist them in their paragraph writing. Once the writing section has been completed, students will create an anti-bullying poster. Includes an easy to follow lesson plan. Prints well in grayscale setting too! Great as a media assessment tool! Total Pages 5

Peacemaking begins with each one of us. This activity will bring awareness to the students that something as little as a disagreement in the school yard, could result in negative feelings between two or more people. Students will also realize, that they can become peacemakers in their own school. Includes a procedural writing page as well as a comic strip template page. Includes an easy to follow lesson plan. Prints well in grayscale setting too! Total Pages 6

Fantastic Mr. Fox is a children's novel written by Roald Dahl. At night, Mr. Fox steals chickens, ducks, and turkeys from three mean and wealthy farmers. The farmers try to get back at him, however, Mr. Fox outwits them. Use the vocabulary match sheets before or after reading the specific chapters. Included are 4 vocabulary match sheets (answer sheets included). -Chapters 1-4 -Chapters 5-9 -Chapters 10-13 -Chapters 14-18 After completing each match sheet, students can write sentences using some of the vocabulary words. Sentence Sheet included. Use the "Word Sort" sheet to review parts of speech with your students. After completing the match sheet, students will place each vocabulary word in the correct part of speech box. A great assessment tool! Total Pages 11

The Tale of Despereaux, the Newbery Medal-winning fairy tale by Kate DiCamillo, is a story about the adventures of a mouse named Despereaux Tilling. He sets out on his quest to rescue a beautiful human princess. Use this fun resource to culminate the novel and use it as an assessment tool as well! Your students will describe the main setting using adjectives, as well as give details about the main character. Students will have the opportunity to describe the plot and write about one of the main themes found in the novel (Light/Dark, Forgiveness, Honesty, and Pride/Self-Esteem. They will also find definitions and write sentences for some vocabulary words. There is a design component as well. Students will design a "Bookmark" using one of the 4 sections of the book as their inspiration. Total Pages 5

Stone Fox, by John Reynolds Gardiner, is a novel about a very determined boy named Willy. He enters a dog sled race in order to win $500 to pay back the taxes on his grandfather's farm. Use these creative activities as a quick assessment after completing the novel Stone Fox with your students. The students will have the opportunity to recap the necessary parts of the novel, setting, characters, plot and themes. Students will also write sentences using some of the vocabulary words. A "what if" section will have the students thinking about other scenarios that could have taken place in the novel. They will also analyze the novel title and have the opportunity to give the novel a new title and cover. Total Pages 5

REFUGEE, By Alan Gratz, is a captivating novel of 3 children and their families, who, in different decades and in different continents, flee their homelands searching for safety and freedom. The activities include templates for summarizing the settings, characters, plots and themes. Also included are activities for writing a “book teaser”, comparing characters, creating a bookmark, character acrostic templates and vocabulary search/sentence writing. 13 Pages.

"Wonder", a children's novel by R.J. Pallacio's, is about a boy that deals with an agonizing journey from the safe solitude of home schooling to the difficulties of public school, because of his differences. Use these 3 vocabulary match activities (answers included) after each part of the book. Vocabulary Match 1 for part 1, and so on. Great for a quick assessment tool as well! Total Pages 7

A creative way for the students to recap their knowledge and understanding of the vocabulary words found in the novel, The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton. Includes 3 vocabulary matches with answer sheets. Use each vocabulary match sheet before or after completing the novel chapters. The vocabulary matches could be used as a quick assessment tool as well! Enjoy the audiobook on YouTube! Total Pages 7

This culminating activity package includes: -a word search (with answers) -a part of speech word sort -a 4 page book report -an acrostic template with the book's title -a character trait sheet (useful for completing acrostic) The book report is a creative way for the students to recap their knowledge and understanding of the novel, The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton. Enjoy the audiobook on YouTube! Students will be able to give you information on the settings, characters, and plot. Vocabulary words will be researched and sentences will be written. They will also have the opportunity to write about one of the many themes and symbols found in the novel. Lastly, they will create a new book cover with a new title. A great assessment tool as well! Total Pages 10

Use this book report for any novel that the students have read. Great for a quick assessment tool! Contains the following: Listing the setting(s), characters, and plot. Writing sentences for vocabulary words that were difficult to read and/or spell. Describing what students enjoyed most about the novel. Designing a new cover for the novel. TIP: Have the students present their book report to the class and use presentation as an oral communication assessment. Ideal for Special Education/ESL. Oral Presentation Rubric sheet included. Total Pages 6

Euro Cup 2016 Quick Facts & Activities contains facts for students to learn about the Euro Cup. It also lists the countries participating and an opportunity to design an original logo and mascot. Euro Cup country participants and flag matching activity is included (answer sheet as well). Also included is a quick facts quiz and a sheet to name all the countries participating is included as well. Total Pages 9

Fantastic Mr. Fox is a children's novel written by Roald Dahl. At night, Mr. Fox steals chickens, ducks, and turkeys from three mean and wealthy farmers. The farmers try to get back at him, however, Mr. Fox outwits them. After reading this clever novel, the students will complete activities that will recap the settings, main character, plot and themes. They will also have the opportunity to learn about a well known "Idiom". Students will write sentences using some of the vocabulary words and will create a new novel title and cover. A "Mr. Fox" acrostic template is included. This could be used as a character study sheet. A sheet with "character traits" is also included. Great as a quick assessment tool! Total Pages 7

Get your students excited and involved in the Euro Cup! Games start on June 10, 2016. Included for your students to work on: -a soccer vocabulary sheet -fill in the blank match sheet (answers included) -a sentence writing sheet -alphabetical order sheet -"Euro Cup" acrostic template -Design a Flag template Total Pages 8

This word search (answers included) could be used to introduce the novel, Crash, by Jerry Spinelli or as a culminating activity. After completing the word search, students could extend their vocabulary learning by using some of the words in sentences, on the sheet provided. Bonus: Word Sort Sheet--Students have the opportunity to review the parts of speech by placing the words from the word search in the correct parts of speech categories. Total Pages 5