By Hook or by Crook
Llueva o truene
By Hook or by Crook
By Hook or by Crook
By Hook or by Crook
By Hook or by Crook
By Hook or by Crook
Historical (fiction), 2,486 words, Spanish Level Z2 (Grade 5+), Lexile 890L
By Hook or by Crook tells the story of Ruth and Charlie, two American children living through the Great Depression. After their father leaves and their mother passes away, Ruth and Charlie need to find a way from Missouri to their grandparents in California. With its engaging characters and taut storytelling, By Hook or by Crook teaches students important lessons about a devastating era in American history. The book can also be used to analyze characters as well as to make, revise, and confirm predictions.
Lesson Resources
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Make, revise, and confirm predictions
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Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class