Brian's Winter | Comprehension and Vocabulary

This is a 76-page comprehension and vocabulary packet for Brian's Winter, by Gary Paulsen. The student work is organized by every 2 chapters, and is a mix of sequencing, multiple choice, short answer, vocabulary work, and creative activities. Questions have varying levels of rigor and are at all levels of Bloom's Taxonomy.

You will find the layout easy to use, student-friendly, and predictable, while at the same time challenging and easy to adapt for all learners. 

Perfect for whole classes, small groups, or individuals.

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♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BOTH are included with your purchase!

♥Excellent for school or homeschool. No-prep and so easy for teachers, parents, and students to follow!

♥Eye-catching digital version contains full-color, interactive adaptations of all resources. Students type directly onto the digital version in Google Slides.

♥Perfect for digital learning. Students can access the digital version from home or school. Teachers and students can easily send this back and forth using Google Drive or Google Classroom! (The minimum that's needed is a free Google account. However, you may also contact me for help using this product on many other digital learning platforms!)

** IMPORTANT NOTE ** The digital Google Drive version contains mostly the same content as the printable version. However, some assignments, such as drawing activities, have been replaced with more digitally friendly assignments, which may include such features as movable/drag-and-drop pieces.

This product is not associated with this book's author or publishing company. The book must be purchased separately in order to be used alongside this novel study.

1) Student Chapter Work
•Every section covers 2 chapters and contains the following 7 parts.
→Quickwrite-Encourages freewriting and relates the text to the student.
→Vocabulary-introduces 4 new words for every section of reading.
→Multiple Choice questions.
→True/False or Sequencing questions.
→Standards Focus-an activity focused on Reading Literature standards.
→Comprehension and Analysis-4 written response questions.
→Beyond-a creative activity that might include art, brainstorming, or writing.

2) Vocabulary Focus
•Two Vocabulary Reviews
•Practice with definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and context clues
•Vocabulary Lists that come with and without definitions
•4 challenge words chosen for every section of reading
•A total of 36 words chosen
•Vocabulary Word Wall cards in full color
•Vocabulary Flashcards in b/w 

3) Student Bookmarks
•Serve as reference tools
•Highlight plot, setting, characters
•Attractive art 

4) Easy planning and Low Prep
•Table of Contents for easy navigation
•Student Packet Covers
•All Answer Keys

5) Instructions for digital Google Slides Version

This product is contained within my complete novel study for this book.

For other, smaller components out of the complete novel study, click below.
Brian's Winter | Activities and Projects
Brian's Winter - Tests | Quizzes | Assessments

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Brian's Winter | Google Forms Edition | Novel Study