4th Grade Reading Comprehension Book Guides
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Island of the Blue Dolphins
Island of the Blue Dolphins tells the story of an American Indian girl stranded on an island, alone, for 18 years. This…Subjects:LiteratureNative-American History (American Indians)Animals (Zoology) -
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Teammates
A wealth of resources, lesson plans, and activities that can be used with the story Teammates by Peter Golenbock.Subjects:ReadingLiteratureLanguage Arts and Writing -
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The Keeping Quilt
The Keeping Quilt is a multi-generational story that follows a beloved quilt from one family member to another. The…Subjects:Reading ComprehensionLiteratureCulture and Diversity -
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Savvy Discussion Guide
This printable literature guide to Savvy, a novel by Ingrid Law, includes pre-reading points, discussion questions, and…Subjects:LiteratureReading and LiteratureFantasy Fiction -
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Amelia to Zora Teacher Guide
Deepen students' understanding of the stories in Amelia to Zora, about 26 women who changed the world, from Amelia…Subjects:LiteratureTwentieth CenturySuffrage and Women's Rights -
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The Tale of Despereaux Teacher's Guide
Deepen students' reading comprehension through the pre-reading questions, reading instruction, and connection activities…Subjects:LiteratureReading and LiteratureChildren's Book -
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Adelita: A Cinderella Story
Use a teaching guide that includes discussion ideas and activities for use with Adelita.Subjects:Mexican History and Hispanic HeritageWorld HistorySocial Studies and History -
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Reading Guide for The Underneath
Deepen students understanding of The Underneath, a National Book Award finalist, with the resources in this literature…Subjects:LiteratureAnimals (Zoology)Reading and Literature -
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The Magician's Elephant Discussion Guide
Ask pupils these questions to guide classroom discussion about The Magician's Elephant by Kate DiCamillo.Subjects:Fantasy FictionChildren's BookReading Comprehension -
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The Chronicles of Narnia Reading Guide
Spark debate about symbolism, good versus evil, relationships, and more with these discussion questions for The…Subjects:Fantasy FictionReading ComprehensionLanguage Arts and Writing -
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Framed Reading Guide
Engage pupils in a discussion about Frank Cottrell Boyce's Framed with the questions in this reading guide.Subjects:AdventureReading ComprehensionFiction -
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Ella Enchanted Reading Group Guide
Enrich pupils' reading experience with discussion questions to accompany Ella Enchanted, a Newbery Honor Book by Gail…Subjects:Fantasy FictionReading ComprehensionFiction -
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A Teacher's Guide to the Judy Moody Series
Bring the adventures of Judy Moody into your classroom through the cross-curricular activities in this printable packet.…Subjects:LiteratureReading and LiteratureChildren's Book -
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Sarah Morton's Day, Samuel Eaton's Day, & Tapenum's Day
Explore Colonial Times through literature and corresponding activities and lessons. Discover resources related to three…Subjects:Native AmericansPilgrimsReading Comprehension -
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The Composer Is Dead Teacher's Guide
Introduce children to classical music through the engaging and entertaining murder mystery The Composer Is Dead by…Subjects:LiteratureMusicMusical Instruments -
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The Small Adventure of Popeye and Elvis Teacher's Guide
Use this literature guide to review vocabulary, check reading comprehension, and encourage students to make predictions…Subjects:AdventureReading ComprehensionVocabulary -
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Song and Dance Man Literature Guide
Use a handy teacher guide to explore Song and Dance Man, a book that gives children a look at Vaudeville.Subjects:Reading and LiteratureReading ComprehensionReading Instruction -
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Aunt Isabel Tells a Good One and Aunt Isabel Makes Trouble
Create a memorable storytelling unit for your class with the help of this teacher's guide.Subjects:Reading ComprehensionLiteratureCreative Writing -
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Official Playbook to the Books of Mike Lupica
Teach children about teamwork, heroes, and friendship through discussion questions and activity suggestions for the…Subjects:SportsChildren's BookFiction -
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No English Teacher's Guide
Introduce your students to Diane and Blanca, two second-grade girls who find a creative way to overcome a language…Subjects:LiteratureReading and LiteratureMulticultural Literature -
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A Guide to Teaching About Freedom Struggles
This teaching guide includes author interviews, discussion questions, cross-curricular activities, and reading…Subjects:LiteratureSlavery in United StatesReading and Literature -
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Educator's Guide to Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of Hope
Study the life of Barack Obama with the resources in this literature guide to Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of…Subjects:LiteratureNonfiction LiteratureLiterary Biographies -
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Poodle and Hound Activity Guide
Examine the nature of friendship with the activities in this guide to Poodle and Hound, written by Kathryn Lasky and…Subjects:LiteratureReading and LiteratureChildren's Book -
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Three Cups of Tea & Listen to the Wind Discussion Guide
Explore themes of peace and generosity as you discuss the story of Greg Mortenson and his journey to change the world.…Subjects:LiteratureNonfiction LiteratureReading and Literature
