Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Pre Reading …………………………………..……………..page 2
Racer……………………………………………………………page 3-4
Similies and Metaphors……………..………………….. page 5
Onomatopoeia …………………………..………………….. page 6
Starters……… …………………………..………………….. page 7-10
Chapter 2………………………………..………………….….page 11-12
Chapter 3………………………………….……………..…….page 13
Comprehension Chp 1-3..………………….………..…….page 14
Chapter 4……………………………………….………....…..page 15
Chapter 5……………………………………..…………...…..page 16-17
Chapter 6………………………………..…………………….page 18
Comprehension Chp 4-6.…………..…………….……….page 19
Chapter 7…………………………..………………………….page 20
Chapter 9……………………………………………...……….page 21-22
Chapter 10…………………………………………………..…page 23
Chapter 11 ………………………………………………….…page 24
Comprehension Chp 7-11..……………..……….……..…page 25
Chapter 12…………………………………………………..…page 26
Chapter 13…………………………………………..…………page 27
Chapter 14………………………………………….…….……page 28
Chapter 16 …………………………..……………………..…page 29
Comprehension Chp 12-16…………..………..…….……page 30
Chapter 17………………………………………………..……page 31
Chapter 18…………………………………………………..…page 32
Chapter 19…………………………………………………..…page 33
Chapter 20…………………………………………………..…page 34
Comprehension Chp 17-20………………………….……page 35
Chapter 22……………………………………………….……page 36
Chapter 23…………………………………………...…..……page 37
Chapter 27……………………………………………...……..page 38
Graphic Organizer …………………………..……..…….. page 39
T-Shirt ………………………………………………..…….…page 40
Crossword Puzzle ………………………………...…………page 41
Word Search……………….…………...………………….…page 42
Loser Pre-Reading Activity
Brainstorm some characteristics that may make someone a target for bullying. (Examples may include their choice of friends, size, personality characteristics, etc.)
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What character traits make a person “popular?”______________________________ __________________________________________________________________
Do you think people are “popular” for the right reasons? Explain why.
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Were you ever friends with someone and people made fun of you for being friends with that person? What happened? ___________________________________________
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Have you ever worried about fitting in with your peers? Why is that important to middle school students? _______________________________________________
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If you notice someone who doesn’t “fit in,” how should you treat them? What could you do to make their life easier so they feel better about themselves? ___________________
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Introducing….
R A C E R
Northley Middle School’s unbeatable method of answering open-ended questions!
How do you do it ?
When giving a writing prompt that you have to write an essay on, follow these simple steps :
R – restate the question
A – answer the question
C – cite evidence from the text (this should be at least 3 or 4 good sentences)
E – end your essay with a great conclusion
R – review your answer for any mistakes
Similes and Metaphors
Directions: In this novel, there are a lot of metaphors and similes. Find at least 3 examples of each and list the page numbers.
Onomatopoeia
Find 5 words in the story that suggest sounds. Write the word and the page number where you found it.
Write about a time when you felt that you were free of constraints. Explain how you felt about this feeling of freedom. Were you alone or with someone else? Give as many examples as possible in your written answer.
Write about a time when you felt that you were free of constraints. Explain how you felt about this feeling of freedom. Were you alone or with someone else? Give as many examples as possible in your written answer.
**Use your “I Chart” graphic organizer to help you!**
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Review your answer. Fix any mistakes and check here when complete._______
Journal Prompt
Chapter 3
In Chapter 3, “Win,” the author lists various scenarios in which children might compete against each other. Create a list of ten really silly competitions that children might have against each other.
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Comprehension Questions
Chapters 1-3
1. Why do you think Zinkoff is so happy? ________________________________________
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2. What is Zinkoff’s only constraint? _____________________________________________
3. Who is the author referring to the “let-loose sidewalk pups”? _____________________
4. What big discovery is made by the children in Chapter 3? _______________________
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5. “You grow up with a kid but you never really notice him.”
List 5 reasons why some students can go unnoticed.
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2. _____________________________________________________________________________
3. _____________________________________________________________________________
4. ____________________________________________________________________________
5. ____________________________________________________________________________
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Journal Prompt
Chapter 4
Journal Prompt
Chapter 5
Journal Prompt
Chapter 5
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Journal Prompt
Chapter 6
Pick 6 important events from chapter 6. Place them in the correct order in the chain of events. Be sure to write in complete sentences!
Comprehension Questions
Chapters 4-6
1. What causes Miss Meeks to wonder if Zinkoff is going to be a problem student? __________________________________________________________________________________
2. What changes Miss Meeks mind? ______________________________________________
3. Explain how Miss Meeks arrives at the number 2160. __________________________
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4. What appears to be Zinkoff’s favorite one-word expression when he is excited? ___________________________________________________________________________________
5. When the fourth grader told Zinkoff that his hat now belongs to him, what was Zinkoff thinking? ______________________________________________________________
6. Why is dad’s current car known as “Clunker Four”? ____________________________
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7. Think of a teacher that sticks out in your mind and you admire. Create a list of why you admire this teacher.
a. ______________________________________________________
b. ______________________________________________________
c. ______________________________________________________
What kind of connection did you just make? ___________________________________
Journal Prompt
Chapter 7
Miss Meeks had to give Zinkoff a yellow button that made him settle down in class. Think about yourself and what makes you behave and listen attentively. Write down (in your own button) what it is that makes you the best listener that you can be, or the most focused student that you can be, or what it takes for you not to get distracted in class.
Journal Prompt
Chapter 9
Think of something that you won that makes you feel proud. How did you win what you did? What did you get as a result of this win?
Journal Prompt
Chapter 9
Think of something that you won that makes you feel proud. How did you win what you did? What did you get as a result of this win?
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Review your answer. Fix any mistakes and check here when complete._______
Compare and Contrast
Chapter 10
Compare and contrast Miss Meeks and Mrs.Biswell. How are they the same and how are they different?
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2. _________________________________________________________
3. _________________________________________________________
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Which teacher would you have rather had? Why?
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Journal Prompt
Chapter 11
Write a journal entry from Zinkoff’s point of view describing his special day with his father.
Comprehension Questions
Chapters 7-11
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3. Provide at least two character traits during the trophy incident.
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Journal Prompt
Chapter 12
Write a letter to the editor of the local paper expressing why you think mailmen should be able to bring their children to Take Your Child to Work Day.
Must be at least 8 lines!
Date: _______________________
Dear Editor,
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Until next time,
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Journal Prompt
Chapter 13
Directions: Complete all boxes in the graphic organizer below in complete sentences based on this information from chapter 13 only.
Journal Prompt
Chapter 14
Zinkoff attempts to get over his fear of the Furnace Monster. What is your greatest fear and how did you, or can you, try to get over this fear?
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Draw a visualization of what you think Zinkoff’s “Furnace Monster” looks like in your mind.
Journal Prompt
Chapter 16
Write a summary of what happened on Field Day on the lines below.
On field day the characters _____________________________________________________
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Next, ________________________________________________________________________
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Then, _______________________________________________________________________
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After that, ___________________________________________________________________
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At the end of field day ______________________________________________________
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My connection (text-to-self, text-to-text, text-to-world) is____________________
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Comprehension Questions
Chapters 12-16
1. When he is stuck at home after his operation, why does Zinkoff think about the Waiting Man? _______________________________________________________________
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2. What does Zinkoff learn about himself by doing his test? ___________________________________________________________________________________
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3. Pretend that you are Zinkoff. Explain the Furnance monster scene from his point of view. (Include emotions on how he was feeling.)
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4. How is Zinkoff discovered? Why is he discovered this time and not before? ___________________________________________________________________________________
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5. Why is Zinkoff a target for bullying? ___________________________________________________________________________________
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Journal Prompt
Chapter 17
List some of the ways that show both you and Zinkoff have grown up.
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3. ________________________________________________________________________
4. ________________________________________________________________________
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Predict & Support
Chapter 18
Make a prediction as to what the friendship between Donald Zinkoff and Hector Binns is going to be like.
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Draw your prediction below.
Journal Prompt
Chapter 19
What is your definition of a best friend? What are some qualities that a best friend should have? What are some things that you and your best friend do together?
Journal Prompt
Chapter 20
Comprehension Questions
Chapters 17-20
1. At the beginning of fifth grade, Zinkoff gets a new name. What is it? __________________________________________________________________________________
2. Why do the kids call him this name? ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________
3. Is Zinkoff aware of his new name? ______________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________
How do you know? _______________________________________________________________
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4. After Zinkoff writes Hector Binns's name as his best friend, how does Zinkoff try to make it true?_______________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________
5. Why doesn’t this friendship work? ______________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________
6. Why does Zinkoff spend Field Day with the old lady on Willow Street?
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Journal Prompt
Chapter 22
Create a list of lessons that Zinkoff learned in elementary school. Choose the best lesson and put a star next to it!
Lesson #1: __________________________________________________________________
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Lesson #2: __________________________________________________________________
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Lesson #3: __________________________________________________________________
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Lesson #4: __________________________________________________________________
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Lesson #5: __________________________________________________________________
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Journal Prompt
Chapter 23
At the end of Chapter 23, the author states that Zinkoff is no longer a loser in middle school. “He is less than that. He is nobody. Long before the first snowfall, he sinks into nobodyness.” What does the author mean by this? How did Zinkoff become a nobody? Which do you think is worse for Zinkoff, being a loser or being a nobody? Explain. (Use RACER!)
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Journal Prompt
Chapter 27
Why do you think that Chapter 27 is entitled “Himself”? (Use RACER!)
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LOSER CROSSWORD PUZZLE
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Loser Word Search
|U |V |F |
|GARY |GIRAFFE |HONEYBUG |
|JABIP |MAILMAN |MISSMEEKS |
|MRSBISWELL |POLLY |SNICKERDOODLE |
|STOMACH |TITANS |WILDFOOT |
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Reason #1:
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Reason #2:
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Cons:
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Welcome to Northley Middle School!!!
Miss Meeks explained to her first graders that over the twelve years of their education, they will be learning many things and will be having wonderful new experiences. What are some of the things you are looking forward to learning amd experiencing in your three years of middle school?
Details supporting your reason:
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Details supporting your reason:
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In your opinion, should students in classrooms be arranged in alphabetical order? (Circle)
YES or NO
Pros:
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Welcome to Northley Middle School!!!
Miss Meeks explained to her first graders that over the twelve years of their education, they will be learning many things and will be having wonderful new experiences. What are some of the things you are looking forward to learning amd experiencing in your three years of middle school?
**Use your “I Chart” to help you answer this question.**
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Miss Meeks
Mrs. Biswell
How are they alike?
effect
How are they different?
cause
Analyze your last name
Determine the pros and cons.
Example: length, letter, etc.
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Ways Zinkoff has grown up (list)
Ways you have grown up (list)
Definition of a best friend:
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Character traits of a best friend:
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Best Friend
What are some things that you and your best friend do together?
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Character Traits to describe how Zinkoff is feeling
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3. __________________________
Character Traits to Describe Gary Hobin
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2. ________________________
3. ________________________
Imagine that you found out what Gary Hobin said to Zinkoff. What would you say to Hobin?
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Himself
Simile: a comparison of two unlike things using the words like or as
Metaphor: a comparison of two unlike things NOT using the words like or as
Metaphors
Similes
Onomatopoeia: Words whose sounds express their meaning
Create a Character T-Shirt
Left sleeve must include:
At least ONE quote from the character
Right sleeve must include:
Good qualities or strengths of the character
Front of t-shirt must include:
--Character’s name
--Picture of character
--Description of character
Down
1. Who was Donald's first man teacher?
2. What is Donald's dad's occupation?
3. What kind of hat did Donald wear on the first day of school?
4. Who was the fastest kid in 4th grade?
5. What was the occupation of Donald's neighbor's father?
6. Did Donald run fast or slow?
8. What was the name of Donald's sister?
Across
1. What was Donald's first grade teacher's name?
6. What sport does Donald play?
7. What is Donald's last name?
9. What kind of cookie did Donald give his neighbor?
Date: _____________
Answer: ________________________________________________________________
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Clues from the text to support your prediction:
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2. _______________________________
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My prediction for the novel:
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Intro:
Conclusion:
Tell More:
Big Ideas:
Let’s apply RACER to what we already use…
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Review your answer. Fix any mistakes and check here when complete._______
Journal Prompt
Chapter 2
Journal Prompt
Chapter 2
Review your answer. Fix any mistakes and check here when complete._______
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Starters
Starters
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Cause:
Effect:
Zinkoff is constantly throwing up.
Punishment from Miss Meeks
Reward from Zinkoff’s mom
Andrew
Zinkoff
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Problem:
Zinkoff cannot go to Take Your Kid to Work Day
Why?
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Solution:
Zinkoff gets bored and decided school must come to him!
Polly yells “Bye! Bye!”
cause
effect
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Zinkoff miss his entire 3rd grade school year.
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