Check out all the wonderful young adult novels by cynthia defelice. Set in ohio, in 1839, the book explores the concept of. Now, in 1906, tyler is, a gifted artist who cares deeply for the regions alreadyendangered wildlife. How do you believe the setting is going to impact the characters. Defelice i like this book because of all the trist and turn of the book when you think you know whats going to happen it cynthia defelice has written 11 novels and picture books.
Like his namesake, the weasel, he hunts by night and sleeps by day, and he kills not because he is hungry, but for the sport of it. Her books have been nominated for an edgar allen poe award and listed as american library association notable childrens books and bank street best childrens book of the year, among numerous other honors. Other children whisper that he is part man and part animal wild and. The student work is organized by every chapter, and is a mix of sequencing, multiple choice, short answer, vocabulary work, and creative activities. Dad heads out for a couple of hours to grab food and firewood and things like that, but soon turns there dad is gone for days. List 5 adjectives you have encountered thus far in weasel.
Weasel worksheets and literature unit by cynthia defelice grades 57 daily reading journal. The ghost of fossil glen ghost mysteries book 1 cynthia defelice. Other children whisper that he is part man and part animal. Once all the native americans have fled, weasel stays in ohio. Chapter 1419 quiz and writing prompts pdf file weasel. Wed love you to buy this book, and hope you find this page convenient in locating a place of purchase. In the beginning i was not sure if i wanted to go on reading because i thought it was ging to be weird. Sequoyah childrens book award oklahoma south carolina childrens book award. This is a 5 page free sample from my common core aligned book study for weasel, by cynthia defelice. They begged me to read more after we finished each chapter.
Nathans mom died a long time ago but ezra used be bring medicine for her. This book begins with the sentence, the dogs were dozing in their usual places by the fire when the knock came. Weasel by defelice, cynthia carol hursts childrens literature site. Hobbs the ghost of cutler creek the ghost of fossil glen the light on hogback hill the ghost of poplar point lostmans river missing manatee. Weasel by cynthia defelice 1990 paperback 119 pages october 1991. What is the theme of weasel by cynthia defelice answers. In 1839, deep in the ohio woods, a boys life is changed forever by two people. This lesson introduces the plot and characters of cynthia defelices childrens novel weasel. Weasel by cynthia defelice is a historical fiction novel. They will create a character profile that explains what a character does, says, and. Now that the shawnees are dead or have left, weasel has turned on the settlers.
I just need paragraphs no interdiction or conclusion. Defelice p1998 recorded books, llc more from the same. Nathan and molly have been waiting for days for their father to return from hunting when a mysterious mute stranger comes to their door carrying their deceased mothers locket. Cynthia defelice is the author of many bestselling books for young readers, including the ghost of fossil glen, wild life, the missing manatee, and weasel.
My ten year old and i just read it this weekend, and he enjoyed it just as much as my oldest kids. Ala notable childrens book an american bookseller pick of the. But now that ive read the whole book iam so glad that i kept reading. We will explore the historical context of ohio in 1839 and learn about the harrowing journey of 11. Cynthia defelice is the author of many bestselling books for young readers, including wild life, signal, the missing manatee, and weasel. Weasel book by cynthia c defelice 4 available editions. How is weasle by cynthia defelice historical answers. Nathan does not feel as good about it as he thought he would, he even helped to bury him. The book called weasel, by cynthia defelice, is a jaw dropping mysterious book full of traveling and culture. What does nathan take with him when he leaves weasels house. Bringing ezra back by cynthia defelice nook book ebook. Weasel by cynthia defelice wednesday, may 19, 2010.
Free weasel worksheets and literature unit for teachers. The ghost of fossil glen cynthia defelice macmillan. Questions have varying levels of rigor and are at all levels of blooms taxonomy. When nathans father is attacked by weasel, nathan takes the law into his own hands. Make an inference about why mamas locket is significant.
Kerrs first novel hailed by the new york times as a timely, compelling and brilliantly funny look at adolescence and friendship it was bad enough that they had to move to brooklyn. The main characters are ezra, nathan, nathans dad and weasel. Vocabulary chapter 1 learn with flashcards, games, and more for free. An american bookseller pick of the lists, and a school library journal best book, weasel is filled with danger and suspense. The setting and where it takes place is ohio in 1839. Weasel by cynthia defelice is a historical fiction novel after the removal act of 1830, the u. I loved the way that cynthia defelice did with the book. The character nathan contemplated killing him, but then decides not to. Cynthia defelice is the author of many bestselling books for young readers, including wild life, the ghost of cutler creek, signal, the missing manatee, and weasel. Weasel by cynthia defelice is one of those great books for kids that i read to all five of my children. Weasel by cynthia defelice ela novel book study guide. It also concerns the time in us history when the government paid indian fighters to. She has written 16 novels and 12 picture books for young readers.
The apprenticeship of lucas whitaker bringing ezra back death at devils bridge devils bridge fort the ghost and mrs. And can you make a mark for what chapters the paragraphs. Chapters 1014 quiz and writing prompts pdf file weasel. Her books have been nominated for an edgar allan poe award and listed as american library association notable childrens books and bank street best childrens book of the year, among numerous other honors. Weasel has 4 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. If i was nathans age i would not be able to handle. Mar 3, 2017 this 47 page book companion for weasel, by cynthia defelice, contains comprehension work along with vocabulary activities by chapter. The book called weasel, by cynthia defelice, is a jaw dropping mysterious book full of traveling. Years ago, tylers pa woke from a drunken stupor next to a dead man and, afraid hed be convicted of a murder he didnt commit, changed his name and moved his wife and son from new york to the everglades. My kids love all of her books especially weasel and the ghost of fossil glen. From the acclaimed author of the last town on earth comes the gripping followup to darktown, a.
Weasel by cynthia defelice ela novel book study guide complete. I thought that was an exciting way to begin a book. Book report form weasel book report form pdf file customize the weasel book report. This lesson introduces the plot and characters of cynthia defelice s childrens novel weasel. It includes vocabulary and comprehension student work for chapters, along with a character analysis activity, and all answer keys. Cynthia defelice reads from her book bringing ezra back duration. In a story set 150 years ago, nathan, 11, survives an encounter with a maniacal killer and learns a valuable lesson about violence and revenge. I was really into the book so much i thought i saw everything. Cynthia defelice is the author of many bestselling books for young readers, including the ghost of fossil glen, signal, the missing manatee, and weasel. Set in ohio, in 1839, the book explores the concept of evil, guilt and the need for revenge. I dont like guns, i dont like hunting and i sure dont like the idea of a kid hunting with a gun. The name has haunted my sleep and made my awake hours uneasy for as long as i can remember. Cynthia carter defelice born 1951 is an american childrens writer. In this lesson plan, youll help your students analyze the characters in the book weasel by cynthia defelice.
Comprehension by chapter, vocabulary challenges, creative reading response activities and. Free weasel worksheets and literature unit for teachers activities. Nathans father steps into a bear trap set by weasel, a former indian fighter, noted for his brutality, who has stayed near the banks of the ohio to prey on settlers after the shawnee have moved on. This makes a perfect no prep book companion, and is great for wh. The intended audience for her novels is children of reading ages nine to twelve. Weasel by cynthia defelice 1991 this weeks book, weasel, is set in 1839 ohio. Weasel cynthia defelice paperback harpercollins publishers.
241 789 181 221 1303 527 905 1393 189 663 459 1418 841 556 471 952 1189 1279 866 453 707 1015 671 1097 667 1050 70 216 732 1452 372 99 362 1341