Study Guides and Lesson Plans for "Out of the Dust"
About Out of the Dust by Karen Hesse:
When Billie Jo is just fourteen, she must endure heart-wrenching ordeals that no
child should have to face. The quiet strength she displays while dealing with
unspeakable loss is as surprising as it is inspiring.
Written in free verse, this Newbery award-winning story is set in the heart of the Great
Depression. It chronicles Oklahoma's staggering dust storms, and the
environmental — and emotional — turmoil they leave in their path. An
unforgettable tribute to hope and inner strength.
Reading level: Ages 9-12
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Out of the Dust LitPlan Teacher Pack
Complete lesson plans for teaching "Out of the Dust". Includes introduction
to the unit, unit objectives, reading assignments, unit outline, study questions (short
answer), study/quiz questions (multiple choice), vocabulary worksheets, daily lessons
planned, related nonfiction reading assignment, oral reading evaluation, biographical info
about the author, three detailed writing assignments (inform, persuade, personal opinion),
vocabulary review games & activities, unit review games & activities, at least one
group activity assignment, discussion questions on all levels (factual, critical,
interpretive, personal response), 2 short answer unit tests, 2 multiple choice unit tests,
1 advanced short answer unit test, unit and vocabulary crossword puzzles, unit and
vocabulary extra worksheets & games, bulletin board ideas, ready-to-copy student
materials, answer keys, and more!
CD-ROM: 162 pages
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Out of the Dust : A Unit Plan (LitPlans)
[Download: PDF] [Digital]
LitPlans are manuals full of materials for teaching specific novels and
plays. Each LitPlan is written to go with a particular book title and
contains study questions, quizzes, writing assignments, discussion
questions, unit tests, vocabulary worksheets, daily lesson plans, group and
individual assignments and activities, worksheets, games, puzzles, bulletin
board ideas, written objectives for the guide and each lesson, and more. The
lessons can be used as planned or teachers may use the materials provided in
other ways. Number of pages in the LitPlans varies depending on the length
and complexity of the book being taught, but ranges from 100-250 pages.
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Out Of The Dust Puzzle Pack (Print Copy)
Grades 8-10. Here's a whole manual full of puzzles, games, and worksheets
related to Out Of The Dust. It includes: 1 Unit word list & clues 4 Unit
fill in the blank worksheets 4 Unit multiple choice worksheets 4 Unit magic
squares 4 Unit word searches 4 Unit crosswords 32 Unit bingo cards 1
Vocabulary word list & definitions 4 Vocabulary fill in the blank worksheets
4 Vocabulary matching worksheets 4 Vocabulary magic squares worksheets 4
Vocabulary word searches 4 Vocabulary crosswords 4 Vocabulary juggle letter
review worksheets 1 Master set of vocabulary flash cards 32 Vocabulary bingo
cards Answer keys to all worksheets & puzzles Unit words are character
names, symbols, places, etc. Vocabulary words are chosen from the book and
are the same words used in the LitPlan Teacher Pack. Uses: Great to refresh
your LitPlan Teacher Pack, for review, extra credit, or reinforcement work,
substitute teacher days, work for students who finish in-class assignments
early, and more!
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A Study Guide to Using OUT OF THE DUST in the Classroom...
This resource is directly related to "Out of the Dust" and is filled with a
variety of cross-curricular lessons to do before, during, and after reading the book. This
reproducible book presents an exciting approach to teaching well-known literature. It
includes sample plans, author information, vocabulary building ideas, cross-curriculum
activities, sectional activities and quizzes, unit tests, and many ideas for culminating
and extending the novel. 48 pages.
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A Study Guide to Using OUT OF THE DUST in the Classroom...
Everything You Need for Successful Literature Circles That Get Kids Thinking, Talking,
Writing, and Loving Literature
This one-of-a-kind guide to running literature circles, based on the book Out
of the Dust, shows teachers how to organize small discussion groups that
work. Includes stimulating questions and writing prompts that motivate students to think
and respond thoughtfully. As students dive into lively discussions, they learn to identify
themes, analyze vocabulary, recognize the author's craft, and respond meaningfully to the
text. 32 pages.
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