In the Name of Discovery
Fantasy (fiction),
2,622 words,
Level V (Grade 4)
Serial
In the Name of Discovery recounts another adventure for Miguel as he dives into one of the Great Gallardo's books. This time he travels into the story of Journey to the Center of the Earth by Jules Verne, becoming Professor von Hardwigg's nephew, Harry. He is faced with excitement and adventure as they explore the center of the earth. In the midst of mastodons and prehistoric beasts, Miguel is forced to decide just how far he is willing to go in the name of discovery. Illustrations support the text.
Book Resources
More Book Options
-
Kurzweil 3000 FormatUse of Kurzweil 3000® formatted books requires the purchase of Kurzweil 3000 software at www.kurzweiledu.com.
Lesson Resources
Preteach the Vocabulary
Story Words
apprehensive, armada, astounding, delirious, enchanted, mastodons, perceived, prehistoric, privateer, ultimate
apprehensive, armada, astounding, delirious, enchanted, mastodons, perceived, prehistoric, privateer, ultimate
Premade vocabulary lessons at VocabularyA-Z.com
Use of vocabulary lessons requires a subscription to VocabularyA-Z.com.
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Use the reading strategy of visualizing to understand text
Comprehension
Analyze characters in text
Grammar and Mechanics
Identify compound sentences used in text
Word Work
Identify similes
Use the reading strategy of visualizing to understand text
Comprehension
Analyze characters in text
Grammar and Mechanics
Identify compound sentences used in text
Word Work
Identify similes
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
Assess the Objectives
How To Assemble Your Book
Single-Sided Book
Double-Sided Book
Pocket Book
