The Skin I’m In Novel Study
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The Skin I’m In Novel Study – Snapshot of Included Resources:
- 21 Standards-Aligned Lesson Plans, Pacing Guide, Instructional PPT (*Novel Study Bonus*)
- 16 Literary Analysis Assignments
- 16 Close Reading Assignments (Literary Skills-Based)
- 8 Nonfiction Readings & Questions – Self-Esteem, Self-Compassion, Bullying
- 6 Extension Activities & 5 Mindfulness Activities (Pair with Nonfiction Readings)
- Assessments – 16 Mini-Quizzes, 2 Final Tests (Comprehension & Analysis), Essay Prompts
- Vocabulary – 3 Crossword Puzzles, 3 Quizzes, Graphic Organizers
- 3 Final Projects
- Answer Keys for ALL applicable resources
- Google Slides™ and Google Forms™ links for student pages
The Skin I’m In Novel Study is a comprehensive set of standards-aligned instructional materials for teaching The Skin I’m In by Sharon Flake. With over 80+ materials, students will deeply engage with the novel and develop their literacy skills. The close reading activities, literary analysis resources, nonfiction readings and activities, vocabulary, assessments, and projects 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
- 32 MB
- 639 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.
The Skin I’m In Novel Study – Snapshot of Included Resources:
- 21 Standards-Aligned Lesson Plans, Pacing Guide, Instructional PPT (*Novel Study Bonus*)
- 16 Literary Analysis Assignments
- 16 Close Reading Assignments (Literary Skills-Based)
- 8 Nonfiction Readings & Questions – Self-Esteem, Self-Compassion, Bullying
- 6 Extension Activities & 5 Mindfulness Activities (Pair with Nonfiction Readings)
- Assessments – 16 Mini-Quizzes, 2 Final Tests (Comprehension & Analysis), Essay Prompts
- Vocabulary – 3 Crossword Puzzles, 3 Quizzes, Graphic Organizers
- 3 Final Projects
- Answer Keys for ALL applicable resources
- Google Slides™ and Google Forms™ links for student pages
The Skin I’m In Novel Study is a comprehensive set of standards-aligned instructional materials for teaching The Skin I’m In by Sharon Flake. With over 80+ materials, students will deeply engage with the novel and develop their literacy skills. The close reading activities, literary analysis resources, nonfiction readings and activities, vocabulary, assessments, and projects 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
- 32 MB
- 639 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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The Skin I'm In Chapter Questions
For the novel The Skin I’m In, 16 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 literary 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.
The Skin I'm In Close Readings
The 16 fiction close reading lessons explicitly focus on critical Common Core Standards to develop students’ literary proficiency. Using The Skin I’m In 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.
The Skin I'm In Assessments
The standards-aligned assessments will help you measure your students’ comprehension of The Skin I’m In and their ability to apply the literary skills taught throughout the unit. The materials include 16 reading checks, 2 differentiated final assessments, and essay prompts.
The Skin I'm In Nonfiction Readings & Activities
The 8 nonfiction readings develop students’ background knowledge about some of the novel’s themes, such as self-esteem, mindfulness, self-compassion, and positive self-talk. In conjunction with these informational texts, students will learn mindful strategies that cultivate a healthier sense of self. Extension activities give you the power to choose how to enhance your students’ knowledge of self-esteem, self-compassion, mindfulness, and positive self-talk. You know your students best, and based on their interests, any or all of these nine activities provide a structure for students to conduct investigations about these themes. While the extension activities are shorter in scope, the three novel projects offer a more extended avenue for students to engage at a deeper level with the novel and its content. The novel projects supply the framework for students to conduct research, write an essay, and take action in their community. Once again, the activities will help students develop critical thinking skills, build background knowledge, and demonstrate agency while practicing skills aligned with essential Common Core standards that have been embedded in the project’s course.
The Skin I'm In 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 The Skin I’m In and additional words related to the novel that will then build your students’ vocabulary. With 3 crossword puzzles, 3 quizzes, the materials provide opportunities for differentiation to suit the needs of the classroom.
The Skin I'm In Chapter Questions
For the novel The Skin I’m In, 16 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 literary 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.
The Skin I'm In Close Readings
The 16 fiction close reading lessons explicitly focus on critical Common Core Standards to develop students’ literary proficiency. Using The Skin I’m In 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.
The Skin I'm In Assessments
The standards-aligned assessments will help you measure your students’ comprehension of The Skin I’m In and their ability to apply the literary skills taught throughout the unit. The materials include 16 reading checks, 2 differentiated final assessments, and essay prompts.
The Skin I'm In Nonfiction Readings & Activities
The 8 nonfiction readings develop students’ background knowledge about some of the novel’s themes, such as self-esteem, mindfulness, self-compassion, and positive self-talk. In conjunction with these informational texts, students will learn mindful strategies that cultivate a healthier sense of self. Extension activities give you the power to choose how to enhance your students’ knowledge of self-esteem, self-compassion, mindfulness, and positive self-talk. You know your students best, and based on their interests, any or all of these nine activities provide a structure for students to conduct investigations about these themes. While the extension activities are shorter in scope, the three novel projects offer a more extended avenue for students to engage at a deeper level with the novel and its content. The novel projects supply the framework for students to conduct research, write an essay, and take action in their community. Once again, the activities will help students develop critical thinking skills, build background knowledge, and demonstrate agency while practicing skills aligned with essential Common Core standards that have been embedded in the project’s course.
The Skin I'm In 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 The Skin I’m In and additional words related to the novel that will then build your students’ vocabulary. With 3 crossword puzzles, 3 quizzes, the materials provide opportunities for differentiation to suit the needs of the classroom.
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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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Each resource has been aligned to the Common Core State Standards for its applicable grades in both Literacy, Social Studies, and Writing. The specific standards for each resource are listed when you buy a full unit or in the implementation notes for certain products.
