Mildred Taylor
Lesson plans for Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

Building Dreams: Who is there to help you?
Themes and activities to accompany Roll of Thunder, Hear my Cry .

The Land
Summary, analysis, and discussion questions.

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
Summary. Follow the links under "Related Resources" for discussion questions, vocabulary, and follow-up activities.

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
Thirteen discussion questions and a suggestion for research.

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
Nine discussion questions.

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
A variety of reading strategies and activities for before, during, and after reading: an anticipation guide, Question Answer Response, vocabulary, and Silent Conversation. Many printable handouts. Adobe Reader required for access.

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
Vocabulary and chapter-by-chapter reading questions.

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
Two activities to develop literacy skills.

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
Suggestions for post-reading activities.

Using Pictures to Teach Narrative Writing with Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
Students respond to pictures depicting segregation. They write a story from the point of view of someone in the picture.

Vocabulary from Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry :

• Chapters 1-4 , 35 words
• Chapters 5-8 , 30 words
• Chapters 9-12 , 30 words

Words are presented in context and with definitions. Click on a word for pronunciation, synonyms, examples of other use, more.

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