Red Pyramid Informational Text Full Unit

This is the full unit for the Rick Riordan's The Red Pyramid. This 9-week unit focuses on reading and analyzing informational texts connected with the anchor novel through a multitude of assignments and final hands-on, real-world-modeled, collaborative project. Included is the following:

Rationale for the unit

Pre-reading lesson plan with Common Core Standards

Post-reading lesson plan with Common Core standards

A resource list with print, media, and internet sources

A research work ethic assessment tool

A final exam with both knowledge-based and skill-based questions

Reading checks for five chapters

Questions for each chapter labeled with Revised Bloom's taxonomy

Suggestions for how to utilize those 168 questions

Research directions

Research charts

Research quiz with key

A unit overview handout

Vocabulary assignment with key

A gallery walk outline with notes

2 original informational texts with activities and open responses

Expo directions and parent communication

Keys for all tests and quizzes

Suggestions for differentiation and incorporating technology

This unit has been key to my success in reaching all levels of learners in a diverse classroom. Even my most resistant students have embraced learning and shown extensive growth with these activities when used collectively.

Everything included in my Red Pyramid Pre-reading Lesson is included in this product.