Unwrap the Magic of Reading with the "When Santa Fell to Earth" Novel Study Unit!

Engage your students this holiday season with a captivating journey into Cornelia Funke's enchanting tale, "When Santa Fell to Earth." This comprehensive novel study unit is designed to bring the adventure to life, fostering deep comprehension and critical thinking skills while celebrating the true spirit of Christmas.

What's included in this magical unit:

Vibrant Vocabulary: Explore key words and phrases throughout the novel to enhance reading fluency and expand student vocabulary with engaging activities and worksheets. Included: (Answer keys for all pages except for the dictionary): Master Vocabulary List, Student Dictionary, One-Page Vocabulary #1 & 2, Crosswords #1 & 2, Word-search #1 & 2, Vocabulary In Context Worksheets #1 & 2, and Vocabulary Test

Thought-Provoking Discussion Questions & Literary Elements Unwrapped: Spark lively classroom conversations with chapter-by-chapter questions that encourage students to analyze characters, setting, plot, and themes, such as the contrast between commercialism and the spirit of Christmas. Deepen students' understanding of literary concepts by examining narrative elements, predicting outcomes, identifying figurative language, analyzing character traits, and exploring the book's messages about the power of friendship and believing in the extraordinary. Discussion/Worksheets Included (All with answer keys except for recruitment application): Predictions, Commercialism Theme, Setting, Character Changes, Ben's Feelings, Good Vs. Bad Santa Comparison, New Recruiting Application, Final Test, and Independent Reader Discussion Questions

Engaging Activities: Keep students actively involved with a variety of exercises that build on reading comprehension and critical thinking, including word searches and other engaging activities.

Final Test for Assessment: Evaluate student learning with a comprehensive assessment that covers vocabulary, comprehension, and literary analysis.

Perks of this Novel Study

Flexible and adaptable, this unit is suitable for read-aloud or independent Study and can be easily integrated into various classroom settings.

Promotes Engagement: The unit is designed to be enjoyable and keep students captivated by the story and learning activities.

Unlocks Deeper Understanding: Students will delve into themes of commercialism, examine character development (like Ben and Charlotte's journey), and explore the contrast between a good Santa and a bad Santa.

Vocabulary: (Teacher Pages: 4 (plus answer keys) (22 Student Pages)

Literature Elements: Includes: (Teacher Pages: 17 (plus answer keys) Student Pages: 12)