Book study activities

A multiple choice quiz after reading is a quick and easy way to check student comprehension, but it doesn't allow you to assess deeper understanding and it certainly isn't fun or creative. If you are looking for more meaningful and engaging activities to use with students during literature circles or a novel unit, here's twelve ideas that are favorites in my classroom and the Common Core standards they align with.

Teacher book studies can be a wonderful way to grow as a professional. In this episode, Kasey takes a deep dive into purposeful planning and implementation tips, as well as tips for meaningful participation so you can maximize the book study experience!

Charlottes Web book study unit with literacy companion activities for First Grade, Second Grade, and Third Grade

By The Daring English Teacher When teaching a novel, I love to mix things up and throw in a fun, creative, or collaborative activity that engages students as they analyze and interpret the novel’s theme, characters, symbols, or conflict. This allows me to enhance my students’ understanding of the novel, and it gives them a break from the day-to-day routine of reading and reviewing that often accompanies novel studies. Providing students with fun and engaging, yet still rigorous, activities…

A Charlotte's Web unit study perfect for homeschool, classroom, or thematic novel study. The book study resources listed in this post are all FREE!

Haven't tried a book tasting with your students yet? This fun reading activity is an awesome way to introduce genres in your elementary classroom or library!

Amelia Bedelia book activities unit with printables, reading comprehension worksheets, companion activities, lesson ideas for First Grade Second Grade

FREE Samples from Shiloh Book Unit

Homeschool Book Club - Bring books to life with simple activities and discussions for your favorite novels. Read the book and complete these activities at home with your family or gather families near you to celebrate good books!

Pig the Pug book study activities unit with Common Core aligned literacy companion activities for Kindergarten and First Grade