The Cricket in Times Square Novel Study Unit

This novel study for The Cricket in Times Square, by George Selden, contains 98 pages of resources, including comprehension and vocabulary by section, reading response activities, assessments, and more. Focus standards include figurative language, setting, character analysis, theme, and plot. No-prep, predictable, and extremely user-friendly, this literature guide is perfect for whole class, small group, or independent study.  Click here to PREVIEW this resource! ♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BOTH are included with your purchase! ♥Eye-catching digital version contains full-color, interactive adaptations of all resources. ♥Excellent for school or homeschool. No-prep and so easy for teachers, parents, and students to follow! ♥Perfect for distance 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!) ** NEW ** An additional version of the assessments is now included as Google Forms, which are self-grading. Students can complete these easily on their computers and laptops, and you get instant data! Easy instructions included. (Note: You will need to manually grade the written response questions only.) What's Included 1) Student Chapter Work•Every section covers 3 chapters and contains the following six parts.→Quickwrite-Encourages freewriting and relates the text to the student.→Vocabulary-introduces 4 new words for every section.→True/False, Multiple Choice, and/or Sequencing questions.→Standards Focus Activity.→Comprehension and Analysis-3 short answer questions.→Beyond-a creative activity that might include art, brainstorming, or writing. 2) 17 Common Core-aligned Reading Response Activities •Ask and Answer Questions•Lessons from the Story•Themes and Lessons•Scene Snapshot•Reading Highlights•Cause and Effect•Character Traits•Characters and Quotes•What Would I Do?•Character Cube•Times Square, New York City•Figurative Language•My Most Remarkable Week•My Book Cover•Opinion Writing•Would You Rather...•New York City Brochure 3) 2 Anchor Posters•Setting Analysis Poster•Character Analysis Poster•Both come in color and black/white•Complement included Reading Response activities 4) 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 three chapters•A total of 20 words chosen•Vocabulary Word Wall cards in full color•Vocabulary Flashcards in b/w  5) Culminating Project Options•10 creative project choices for students to complete after they finish the book 6) Two Comprehension and Vocabulary Assessments•Test #1-Chapters 1-6•Test #2-Chapters 7-15•Assessments provided in 3 versions: printables, Google Slides, AND Google Forms! 7) Student Bookmarks•Serve as reference tools•Highlight plot, setting, characters•Attractive art  8) Easy planning and Low Prep•Unit Map lays it all out for you•Table of Contents for easy navigation•Common Core Codes included for all activities•Student Packet Covers•All Answer Keys 9) Instructions for digital Google Slides Version 10) Instructions for digital Google Forms Tests Related Resources For smaller components out of this complete novel study, click here:The Cricket in Times Square | Comprehension & VocabularyThe Cricket in Times Square | Activities & ProjectsThe Cricket in Times Square | Tests, Quizzes, Assessments   Do you need the book that this resource accompanies? Click below to purchase.