The Monkey's Paw
The Monkey's Paw
The Monkey's Paw
The Monkey's Paw
The Monkey's Paw
The Monkey's Paw
The Monkey's Paw
Mystery (fiction), 1,367 words, Level V (Grade 4), Lexile 700L
Multilevel Book also available in levels Y and Z1
A mysterious monkey paw is said to have the power to grant wishes... but not without consequence. When a group of friends finds themselves in possession of the monkey's paw, strange things begin to happen. The Monkey's Paw is an engaging and exciting story that will leave readers on the edge of their seats. The book can also be used to teach students how to make inferences and draw conclusions as well as to identify adjectives. The book and lesson are also available for levels Y and Z1.
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Lesson Resources
Story Words
horrid, illogical, persist, shriveled, sodden, twitches, descends, disheveled, fidgeting, gurgling, sluggishly, withered
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Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Summarize to understand text
Comprehension
Make Inferences/Draw Conclusions : Make inferences and draw conclusions
Grammar and Mechanics
Adjectives : Recognize and use adjectives
Word Work
Alphabetical Order : Place words in alphabetical order
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
