Description Every day, nine-year-old Yasmin borrows a book from Book Uncle, a retired teacher who has set up a free lending library next to her apartment building. But when the mayor tries to shut down the rickety bookstand, Yasmin has to take her nose out of her book and do something. Need help choosing titles? Our pre-selected year-packs make it easy! Take me there » Integrated Literature & Writing Discovery Guides Level 2 Literature and Writing Discovery Guides are recommended for elementary (grades 3-5) students who are in the process of acquiring the proficiency necessary to confidently read and to respond to a complex piece of literature. Each guide is designed to be completed in five weeks, which allows students to comfortably work through six units in a typical school year. Integrated Literature & Writing Discovery Guides Level 1 study guides are recommended for a range of primary (grades 2 and 3) students who have acquired the foundational skills to independently read and respond to a simple piece of literature. Each guide is designed to be completed in five weeks, which allows students to comfortably work through six units in a typical school year. Not sure what level to choose? View our placement guidelines here. Each week for four weeks, students will: Learn to take notes on characters, settings, and plot Study vocabulary Answer comprehension questions Write a short personal response Have opportunity to discuss topics related to the story On the fifth week students are given a selection of hands-on projects to complete. Take a look at our student project gallery for inspiration! Take me there » Click here for sample guide pages.
