Subject: Literary Devices

Verbal Irony

Figurative Language in Context #3

Reading Comprehension: The Open Window

Extended Reading Comprehension: Excerpt Adapted From “Youth” by Isaac Asimov

Reading Comprehension: “King Chameleon and the Animals” and “The Hare and the Tortoise”

Reading Comprehension: Excerpt Adapted From The Railway Children

Determine the Meaning of Common Allusions

Compare and Contrast in Poetry: “January” and “The Wind”

Extended Reading Comprehension: The Gift of the Magi

Figurative Language in Context #2

Determine the Meaning of Common Allusions #2

Novel Study: The Hunger Games: Character Archetype Trading Cards

Novel Study: The Outsiders: Discussion Guide #1

Novel Study: The Outsiders: Discussion Guide #3

Novel Study: Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry: Exploring Symbols

Novel Study: The Lightning Thief: Analyzing Characters’ Dialogue

Extended Reading Comprehension: Excerpt Adapted From “Prince Hyacinth and the Dear Little Princess”

Targeted Reading Skills Practice: Figurative Language in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe