Hello, Universe Novel Study
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6 Weeks of Instructional Materials $30
Hello, Universe Novel Study – Snapshot of Included Resources:
- 21 Literary Analysis Assignments – 8-9 Questions per Assignment
- 21 Close Reading Assignments (Literary Skills-Based) & 4 Whole Novel Analysis Assignments
- 9 Nonfiction Readings – Astronomy, Constellations, Zodiac & More!
- 3 Extension Activities – Astronomy Advances Timeline, Constellation Project, Constellation Narrative
- Vocabulary Resources – 4 Crossword Puzzles, 4 Quizzes
- Assessment Resources – 21 Mini-Quizzes, 3 Comprehension Quizzes, 3 Final Tests, Essay Choice Board
- Fate vs. Free Will Anticipation Activity (*Novel Study Bonus*)
- Anticipation Guide & 6-Week Unit Pacing Guide (*Novel Study Bonus*)
- Narrative Writing Unit (*Novel Study Bonus*)
- Answer Keys for ALL applicable resources!
- Google Slides™ & Google Forms™ links for student pages!
The Hello, Universe Novel Study is a comprehensive set of standards-aligned instructional materials for teaching Hello, Universe by Erin Entrada Kelly. With over 100+ materials, students will deeply engage with the novel and develop their literacy skills. The close reading activities, literary analysis resources, astronomy nonfiction readings and activities, vocabulary, assessments, and final project all provide opportunities for your students to practice and apply what will be their growing understanding of the novel. They also provide numerous ways for you to DIFFERENTIATE learning for your students, allowing you to choose the assignments that best support your students’ learning while being conducive to any classroom model.
- ZIP file (PDFs and Word Docs for Digital Links)
- Non-Editable
- 66 MB
- 409 Pages
- Links for Student Pages in Google Slides™ & Google Forms™
- This downloadable resource supplies one single-teacher license for use in your classroom.
- Photocopying of this product is allowed only for the classroom use of the purchaser.
- Replication of this product, in whole or in part, for commercial sale or broader distribution is strictly prohibited.
- This product also may NOT be shared electronically, digitally, or otherwise in a manner that violates the Terms of Use detailed by LIT Lessons.
- For explicit information on permissions, please see the Terms of Use document included with this resource. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Hello, Universe Novel Study – Snapshot of Included Resources:
- 21 Literary Analysis Assignments – 8-9 Questions per Assignment
- 21 Close Reading Assignments (Literary Skills-Based) & 4 Whole Novel Analysis Assignments
- 9 Nonfiction Readings – Astronomy, Constellations, Zodiac & More!
- 3 Extension Activities – Astronomy Advances Timeline, Constellation Project, Constellation Narrative
- Vocabulary Resources – 4 Crossword Puzzles, 4 Quizzes
- Assessment Resources – 21 Mini-Quizzes, 3 Comprehension Quizzes, 3 Final Tests, Essay Choice Board
- Fate vs. Free Will Anticipation Activity (*Novel Study Bonus*)
- Anticipation Guide & 6-Week Unit Pacing Guide (*Novel Study Bonus*)
- Narrative Writing Unit (*Novel Study Bonus*)
- Answer Keys for ALL applicable resources!
- Google Slides™ & Google Forms™ links for student pages!
The Hello, Universe Novel Study is a comprehensive set of standards-aligned instructional materials for teaching Hello, Universe by Erin Entrada Kelly. With over 100+ materials, students will deeply engage with the novel and develop their literacy skills. The close reading activities, literary analysis resources, astronomy nonfiction readings and activities, vocabulary, assessments, and final project all provide opportunities for your students to practice and apply what will be their growing understanding of the novel. They also provide numerous ways for you to DIFFERENTIATE learning for your students, allowing you to choose the assignments that best support your students’ learning while being conducive to any classroom model.
- ZIP file (PDFs and Word Docs for Digital Links)
- Non-Editable
- 66 MB
- 409 Pages
- Links for Student Pages in Google Slides™ & Google Forms™
- This downloadable resource supplies one single-teacher license for use in your classroom.
- Photocopying of this product is allowed only for the classroom use of the purchaser.
- Replication of this product, in whole or in part, for commercial sale or broader distribution is strictly prohibited.
- This product also may NOT be shared electronically, digitally, or otherwise in a manner that violates the Terms of Use detailed by LIT Lessons.
- For explicit information on permissions, please see the Terms of Use document included with this resource. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
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Hello, Universe Chapter Questions
For the novel Hello, Universe, 21 literary analysis assignments provide a framework for students to complete a deep analysis of each chapter grouping in the book The assignments are aligned to the Common Core State Standards. They are designed not only to have students practice literacy skills but also demonstrate their comprehension of the text. It could supply homework, facilitate guided reading groups, or stimulate whole class literacy discussions for each chapter.
Hello, Universe Close Readings
The 21 fiction close reading lessons explicitly focus on critical Common Core Standards to develop students’ literacy proficiency. Using Hello, Universe as the foundational text for close reading, each lesson focuses on a particular skill, such as setting, conflict, tone, and plot, and provides students an opportunity to develop and demonstrate their ability to perform that skill. Each assignment also requires students to use textual evidence to support their claims. The resources could supply homework, facilitate guided reading groups, or stimulate whole class literacy discussions for each chapter grouping. You can choose the purpose that best suits your students and your classroom.
Hello, Universe Assessments
The standards-aligned assessments will help you measure your students’ comprehension of Hello, Universe and their ability to apply the literary skills taught throughout the unit. The materials include 21 reading checks, 2 novel quizzes, 3 final assessments, and essay prompts.
Hello, Universe Astronomy Nonfiction Readings & Activities
The materials in this resource will engage your students in an interdisciplinary study of the history of Astronomy and the constellations. The resources will help develop their background knowledge about these rich and complex subjects, which will allow them to thoughtfully engage with Hello, Universe. As they complete the readings and activities, they will also develop critical skills aligned to the Common Core State Standards.
Hello, Universe Vocabulary
The vocabulary resources will engage students in varied activities to expand their vocabulary. The resources include materials to help teach challenging vocabulary words in Hello, Universe that will then build your students’ vocabulary.
Narrative Writing Resources for Grades 6-8
Hello, Universe Chapter Questions
For the novel Hello, Universe, 21 literary analysis assignments provide a framework for students to complete a deep analysis of each chapter grouping in the book The assignments are aligned to the Common Core State Standards. They are designed not only to have students practice literacy skills but also demonstrate their comprehension of the text. It could supply homework, facilitate guided reading groups, or stimulate whole class literacy discussions for each chapter.
Hello, Universe Close Readings
The 21 fiction close reading lessons explicitly focus on critical Common Core Standards to develop students’ literacy proficiency. Using Hello, Universe as the foundational text for close reading, each lesson focuses on a particular skill, such as setting, conflict, tone, and plot, and provides students an opportunity to develop and demonstrate their ability to perform that skill. Each assignment also requires students to use textual evidence to support their claims. The resources could supply homework, facilitate guided reading groups, or stimulate whole class literacy discussions for each chapter grouping. You can choose the purpose that best suits your students and your classroom.
Hello, Universe Assessments
The standards-aligned assessments will help you measure your students’ comprehension of Hello, Universe and their ability to apply the literary skills taught throughout the unit. The materials include 21 reading checks, 2 novel quizzes, 3 final assessments, and essay prompts.
Hello, Universe Astronomy Nonfiction Readings & Activities
The materials in this resource will engage your students in an interdisciplinary study of the history of Astronomy and the constellations. The resources will help develop their background knowledge about these rich and complex subjects, which will allow them to thoughtfully engage with Hello, Universe. As they complete the readings and activities, they will also develop critical skills aligned to the Common Core State Standards.
Hello, Universe Vocabulary
The vocabulary resources will engage students in varied activities to expand their vocabulary. The resources include materials to help teach challenging vocabulary words in Hello, Universe that will then build your students’ vocabulary.
Narrative Writing Resources for Grades 6-8
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Yes! Each novel study contains a wealth of resources that allow you to differentiate for your students.
Yes! Every student assignment also includes a link to complete in Google Slides™ or Google Forms™. For Google Slides™ assignments, text boxes are pre-made, so students only need to type their answers. Please note that not all assignments are conducive to online learning.
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