Kathryn Lasky
Lesson plans for Dear America and other books
Kathryn Lasky
The author's official site.
Kathryn Lasky: Meet the Author
Brief bio and interview.
Beyond the Burning Time
Summary, discussion questions, activities, and brief author biography.
The Night Journey
Summary and postreading activities.
First Painter
by Kathryn Lasky
In this blog a teacher explains integrating the book into social studies and art lessons.
Marven of the Great North Woods
Students note details as they read. Includes text-dependent questions, vocabulary words, a culminating task, and additional learning activities. Word processor required for access.
Marven of the Great North Woods
This writing task includes prompt, graphic organizer, student handouts, and model essay. Emphasis is on providing evidence for inferences. 9 pages; word processor required.
The Night Journey
Students note details as they read. Includes text-dependent questions, vocabulary words, a culminating task, and additional learning activities. Word processor required for access.
True North
Discussion Guide
Summary; analysis of theme, conflict, setting, characterization; discussion questions; and brief author biography.