From Snicket to Shakespeare

Grades: 4 - 8

By looking at such “big ideas” as intolerance and injustice, lost or misplaced characters, and survival against the odds, this book connects contemporary works of fantasy literature with classic literature, such as The Tale of Despereaux and Call it Courage, or Julie of the Wolves and The Island of the Blue Dolphins. Through creative activities that examine plot, setting, and characters, students build important reading and language skills, including determining the theme, analyzing characters, comparing texts, understanding figurative language, and more. Includes suggested reading for each chapter. You will find an assortment of referenced books in our Snicket to Shakespeare Book Set.

Reproducible, 96 pages.