Seventh graders participate in literature circles as they read African novels. They read, work on word studies, and complete comprehension activities. They share their reading with other literature circle groups in the class.

"If I Had Just Two Wings", an historical novel by Virginia Frances Schwartz, follows the journey of some slaves as they flee to Canada along the Underground Railroad. This teacher's guide includes detailed chapter summaries and project...

What do you know about the life and work of Theodore Taylor? Use this online resource to discover information about this famous author.

Discussion question, a lesson plan, and links to related resources for teaching students reading "Walk Two Moons" by Sharon Creech.