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Lighthouse People, The
6-pack
ISBN: 9780790307619
Copyright Date: 2004
Grade Level:
4
Reading Level:
R
Strategy/Skill:
Comparing and contrasting, Descriptive language, Features of nonfiction, Figurative language, Using graphic sources
Genre:
Realistic Fiction
Theme/Topic:
Challenge, Problem Solving
Classification:
Fiction
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Book Summary
Becca’s family have lived and worked at the lighthouse all her life. Now there is talk that the lighthouse will be automated and they will have to leave. This realistic narrative examines themes of dealing with change, working together to overcome difficulties, and the importance of family.
Features of the Book
- Figurative language – similes
- Evocative illustrations
- Emotive language and descriptions
- Comparisons
- Times used as chapter headings
Purpose
The Lighthouse People can be used to introduce and reinforce the following skills and understandings:
- analyzing point of view to form an opinion
- analyzing descriptive language
- identifying how science and technology have changed people’s lives
- using strategies to make meaning of unknown words
For more information please see our Lesson Plan
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