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The Tale of Despereaux | Comprehension and Vocabulary

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This is an 81 page comprehension and vocabulary packet for The Tale of Despereaux, by Kate DiCamilloThe student work is organized by every several 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!

♥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!)

♥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.

1) Student Chapter Work
•Every section covers several chapters and contains the following six parts. (Reading is divided into readable chunks.)
→Quickwrite-Encourages freewriting and relates the text to the student.
→Vocabulary-introduces 4 new words for every section of reading.
→True/False, Multiple Choice, and/or Sequencing questions.
→Standards Focus-an activity focused on Reading Literature standards.
Comprehension and Analysis-3 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
•Four challenge words chosen for every section of reading
A total of 44 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 Drive Version

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

For other components from the novel study, click here.
The Tale of Despereaux | Tests
The Tale of Despereaux | Activities & Projects

  

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Digital Version Info: For the digital version(s), you will need Internet access and a free Google account, OR Google Classroom. Digital versions will work on computers or iPads. (To use Google Slides versions on an iPad without Google Classroom, simply have your students download the Google Slides app, available for free on iTunes.) Within your downloaded zip file, you will see explicit, easy-to-follow instructions that will get you started in minutes! Students will be highly engaged and freshly invigorated as they type, draw, and diagram directly into the file on their computers or tablets. They can easily share their work with you as they go, all without the hassle of paper, pencil, and copies. (Applies to paid products only.)

Terms of Use: This product is not editable. Redistributing, editing, selling, or posting this item on the Internet are all strictly prohibited. Purchasing this product obtains one license, which allows it to be used in one classroom only. (Applies to both free and paid products.)

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