"Book Bits": a Fun Pre-reading Activity for Number the Stars
4.9 (210 reviews)Pique student interest and activate critical thinking before beginning a novel-study unit! "Book Bits" are carefully selected snippets of information from the book. There are 47 “Book Bits”, however, you will only need one for each student; you can pick and choose which ones you like the most. 1.…
- Grade
- Grade 6
- Subject
- Reading
- Pages
- 11
- Answer key
- N/A
- Teaching duration
- 3 Days
- Digital download
Description
Pique student interest and activate critical thinking before beginning a novel-study unit!
“Book Bits” are carefully selected snippets of information from the book. There are 47 “Book Bits”, however, you will only need one for each student; you can pick and choose which ones you like the most.
1. Give each student a “Book Bit”. The students will read their individual “Book Bits” and be allowed a little time to ponder and reflect on what they say (e.g., What impressions are they gathering about the book?).
2. Have the students move around the classroom, reading their “Book Bit” to every other student, while also listening to the other students’ “Book Bits”. No discussion or interpretation occurs at this point; they are simply reading to each other.
3. After hearing the other students’ “Book Bits”, students can then do a quick write on the impressions they now have about the book (What is this book about? What can we infer about the characters?, What might happen in the story? etc.)
4. After the quick write, students can discuss with each other in pairs, small groups, and eventually whole group.
5. The “Book Bit” quick write can then be revisited after students have read more of the book, or have completed the book.
Depth and Complexity Companion for Number the Stars
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Time saver for reading groups
What a great resource to have on hand for all my high ability novel studies and tying in depth and complexity
Life Saver!
This resource has dramatically changed my son's attitude toward grammar/writing. I've tried at least four different approaches when it comes to grammar, NONE of them have stuck like this! He's got a few learning disabilities so finding something that actually works for him is a huge win. The lessons are straightforward, nothing is over (or under) explained. It's completely digestible for the learner, and easy to implement for the instructor. I pair it with The English Grammar Workbook by Shelly Rees, and they pair wonderfully together. I've already purchased the year long bundle; we're so excited to dive into it!
Great Daily Practice!
This has been great for my fourth graders to get continued practice on skills.
Always my favorite way to take notes
The kids love it. Had these for 5th graders and it was a must purchase for 4th
Variety of sentences
Can't wait to use these with the task cards. Perfect for a station.
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