A Crafty Escape
A Crafty Escape
A Crafty Escape
A Crafty Escape
A Crafty Escape
A Crafty Escape
A Crafty Escape
Biography (nonfiction), 1,522 words, Level X (Grade 5), Lexile 900L
A Crafty Escape tells the story of a married enslaved couple, William and Ellen Craft, who escaped in disguise to the North, where they could live freely. Colorful illustrations and informational sidebars will keep students interested in this couple's daring journey to freedom. Students will also have the opportunity to identify elements of a biography as well as summarize to better understand the text. The book and lesson are also available for levels R and U.
Book Resources
More Book Options
-
Raz-Kids.com eBook Version
Use of Raz-Kids.com eBook Versions requires the purchase of a subscription to Raz-Kids.com or Raz-Plus.com. -
Kurzweil 3000 Format
Use of Kurzweil 3000® formatted books requires the purchase of Kurzweil 3000 software at www.kurzweiledu.com.
Lesson Resources
Teach the Objectives
Reading Strategy
Summarize to understand text
Comprehension
Elements of a Biography : Identify elements of a biography
Grammar and Mechanics
Proper Nouns : Understand and use proper nouns that name places
Word Work
Homophones : Identify and use homophones correctly in sentences
Think, Collaborate, Discuss
Promote higher-order thinking for small groups
or whole class
