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The American Wilderness

Gr. 4-8

by Doris V. Jackson

$4.99 (32 pp.)

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The American Wilderness Novel Selection: The Sign of the Beaver

An innovative approach that will help your students appreciate literature and history. Booklinks to American History and World History series consists of 12 practical teaching guides for teachers of reading and/or social studies. Literature selections offer students a greater understanding of important historical events, places, and people.

Special Features: Booklinks to American History and World History include a synopsis of the featured title; bibliography of related books; prereading and critical thinking questions; and activities for guided reading, vocabulary, literary elements, comparison/contrast, writing, art, and further research.

Students think critically, read for understanding, and learn to appreciate good literature.

Lessons encourage cooperative learning groups and integration of curricular areas.

Novels were chosen for literary quality and accessibility.

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