Island of the Blue Dolphins, By Scott O'Dell

February 1st- Book Handout.  Students have adopted a novel and are tasked with the responsibility of keeping the book safe from damage, and to use the book to gain some important understandings. 

Two Big Tasks:

1:  How is humanity affected by the actions of others and by ourselves?  How can humanity overcome adversity and teach us important lessons about ourselves?

2:  How can studying vocabulary from this novel help me grow as a reader and consumer of literature?

Important Dates:  

Due February 13

• Part 1 Chapters 1-9. Pg. 1-58 (58 pages)

Due February 26

• Part 2 Chapters 10-19 (65 pages)

Due March 11

• Part 3 Chapters 20-29 (56 pages)

Students are encouraged to make a reading plan in their agenda, to help them manage the chapters that have been assigned.

Students will be asked to complete Vocabulary Previews before they read. They are to self-manage this task and ensure that all previews are completed.

Students will also be asked to complete certain Chapter Vocabulary Activities. Not all students will complete the same assignments, they will be given according to student need.