Book Summary
Many people have heard of the Iditarod sled-dog race--a grueling race through the Alaskan wilderness. This book introduces readers to the Jr. Iditarod--a sled-dog race in Alaska for young people ages 14­­-17. Readers will learn about the race, how mushers prepare for it, how dogs are trained, and the challenges along the trail. The specialized vocabulary of sled-dog commands is also included.

About the Lesson

Targeted Reading Strategy

• Summarize

Objectives

• Identify the main idea and supporting details
• Use the reading strategy of summarizing to understand the text
• Understand and use hyphenated compound adjectives
• Recognize and understand the use of syllable patterns

Materials

• Book -- The Jr. Iditarod (copy for each student)
• Chalkboard or dry erase board
• Main idea and details/summary, compound adjectives, syllable patterns worksheets

   Indicates an opportunity for student to mark in the book. (All activities may be completed with paper and pencil if books are reusable.)

Vocabulary

• Content words: anticipate, brutal, cooperative, diligently, endure, ethics, grueling, muster, priority, stamina, terrain, unique, withstand