Lit Links/Novel Studies
The River, by Gary Paulson Lit Link/Novel Study Grades 7-8
EBOTM14225
$16.99 CAD
Additional information:
- Author : Stanford, Frances
This is the story of fifteen-year-old Brian's second ordeal in the Canadian wilderness. The fifteen-year old is approached to go back into the wilderness to repeat his ordeal so that his experiences can be used by astronauts and the military to train others in the survival techniques that he has learned. Brian is surprised by how much Derek does not know about survival even though it is his job to teach others.
Reproducible chapter questions, plus comprehension questions, a story summary, author biography, creative and cross curricular activities, complete with answer key. 64 pages.
Students will:
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increase their knowledge of the Canadian north and its natural resources.
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continue on reading from the works of an American author, Gary Paulsen.
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continue reading about the adventures of Brian, the main character in the novel Hatchet and the sequel The River.
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develop their abilities to express their opinions through writing, debating and drama.
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recognize and respond to the key elements of a novel.
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identify complex elements of grammar and use them in personal writing.
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increase their knowledge of words and the way in which they are formed and connected.
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apply a variety of reading strategies to improve their understanding of the text.
Novel by Gary Paulson.