Cynthia defelice is the author of many bestselling books, including the ghost of fossil glen, signal, the missing manatee, and weasel. They know something is wrong, but have no idea what to do about it. Nathan and molly catch a glimpse of the devilish man called weasel, whose treacherous deeds have terrified the settlers. Now that the shawnees are dead or have left, weasel has turned on the settlers. She has written 16 novels, and 12 picture books for young readers. Weasel by cynthia defelice is a riveting historical fiction novel that is perfect for the intermediate grades. Find out what you know about the book weasel with this study quiz and worksheet. Cynthia defelice s 1990 novel weasel best fits in what literary. Ala notable childrens book an american bookseller pick of the lists a school library journal best book a notable childrens book in the field of social studies winner of the oklahoma sequoyah award childrens book. May 19, 2015 what preteen boy wouldnt love to build a fort in the woods.
Weasel paints a stark picture of ohio frontier life in 1839. Curious about the light she frequently glimpses on a nearby hilltop, hadley, 11, and new classmate josh brave rumors spread by cross old angus about a fearsome hag who lives there and investigate on halloween night. The character nathan contemplated killing him, but then decides not to. The title of the book is weasel and the auther is cynthia c. 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. Free weasel study unit worksheets for teachers to print. Paperback from learning links, see our free shipping offer and bulk order pricing. Now i have written 11 novels and picture books, and i love what i do. Pay with a purchase order, credit card or check purchase order, credit card or check. Weasel by cynthia defelice novel activities by a will to. Cynthia defelice books, author biography, and reading level. Other children whisper that he is part man and part animal wild and. This makes a perfect no prep book companion, and is great for wh. Weasel by cynthia defelice novel activities by a will to teach tpt.
Cynthia defelice is the author of many bestselling books for young readers, including the ghost of fossil glen, signal, the missing manatee, and weasel. In striving to enrich the lives of all readers, teachingbooks supports the first amendment and celebrates the right to read. Ive used all the included activities in my own classroom. Comprehension and vocabulary by chapter vocabulary. How do you believe the setting is going to impact the characters. Weasel begins with a great opening line, the dogs were dozing in their usual places by the fire when the knock came. The intended audience for her novels is children of reading ages nine to twelve. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. The name has haunted my sleep and made my awake hours uneasy for as long as i can remember. I think i really like this book the way all things heppen step by step and mystry. The student work is organized by every chapter, and is a mix of sequencing, multiple choice, short answer, vocabulary work, and creative activities. Weasel by cynthia defelice wednesday, may 19, 2010. Mar 3, 2017 this 47 page book companion for weasel, by cynthia defelice, contains comprehension work along with vocabulary activities by chapter.
Final assessment that includes multiple choice questions, event sequencing, short answer. Her novels are written for children at the reading level of ages nine to twelve. Listen to cynthia defelice read from her childrens book bringing ezra back. Free weasel worksheets and literature unit for teachers activities. Once all the native americans have fled, weasel stays in ohio. Cynthia defelice is the author of many bestselling titles for young readers, including the novels wild life, the ghost of cutler creek, signal, and the missing manatee, as well as the picture books, one potato, two potato, and casey in the bath.
Eleven year old nathan and his younger sister molly have been waiting 6 days for their father to come back from hunting. Wyatt, on summer vacation in upstate new york with his dad, and augie, who lives there all year round with his grandmother, hatch a plan to build a fort in the woods. It includes vocabulary and comprehension student work for chapters, along with a character analysis activity, and all answer keys. I was really into the book so much i thought i saw everything. Cynthia defelice is the awardwinning author of over thirty books for young readers. Nathans mom died a long time ago but ezra used be bring medicine for her. Find out what you know about the book weasel with this study quiz and. What is the theme of weasel by cynthia defelice answers. The name has haunted my sleep and made my awake hours uneasy for as. The main characters are ezra, nathan, nathans dad and weasel. Possible ex library copy, thatll have the markings and stickers associated from the library. Encouraged by the success of her first book, defelice left library work and embarked on a career as a fulltime writer, continuing to alternate novels for older readers with picture books for the younger set.
Cynthia defelice reads from her book bringing ezra back duration. How is weasle by cynthia defelice historical answers. This longanticipated sequel to her novel weasel is a masterful adventure story, in which nathan fowler triumphs over. Ala notable childrens book a school library journal best book an american bookseller pick of the lists a notable childrens book in the field of social studies winner of the oklahoma sequoyah award childrens book winner of the south. Another mysteryadventure in the spirit of devils bridge 1992.
Cynthia defelice s casey in the bath first appeared in cricket magazine and is one of her most popular stories asked for again and again by children who know her as a professional storyteller. Accessories such as cd, codes, toys, may not be included. When nathans father is attacked by weasel, nathan takes the law into his own hands. The book called weasel, by cynthia defelice, is a jaw dropping mysterious book full of traveling. Book report form weasel book report form pdf file customize the weasel book report. Begin with a phrase telling which book you are writing about and then tell your opinion. Weasel by cynthia defelice ela novel book study guide complete. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Her novels have been nominated for an edgar allan poe award and listed as american library association notable childrens books. The humpbacked figure they see is terrifying but doesnt quell their curiosity. Cynthia defelice is the author of many bestselling books for young readers, including wild life, signal, the missing manatee, and weasel. Cynthia defelice simple english wikipedia, the free. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Cynthia defelices 1990 novel weasel best fits in what literary genre.
I love writing a book that i would have loved to read when i was a child. It also concerns the time in us history when the government paid indian fighters to kill indians in territories in which settlers were arriving. Weasel worksheets and literature unit by cynthia defelice grades 57 daily reading journal. Mind read it to me every night until done and i enjoyed listen to the story. Cynthia defelice 1951 biography personal, addresses. I enjoy the thrill of creating a character out of thin air, and of feeling that character come to life beneath my fingers on the computer keyboard. Cynthia defelice is the author of many popular books, including wild life, the ghost of fossil glen, signal, and the missing manatee. Comprehension questions and answer keys that cover the entire novel. Weasel likes to kill settlers from around hi place who ever comes to settle close to him he kills them.
Cynthia defelice fsg books for young readers farrar, straus and giroux byr september 1840 marks five months since twelveyearold nathan fowlers lifethreatening encounter with weasel, the heartless man who stalked nathan like a wild animal through the forest. We will explore the historical context of ohio in 1839 and learn about the harrowing journey of 11. Sameday shipping for instock items ordered before 2. Weasel by cynthia defelice is a historical fiction novel. Set in ohio, in 1839, the book explores the concept of evil, guilt and the need for revenge. Make an inference about why mamas locket is significant. Defelice, including the ghost of fossil glen, and weasel, and more on. Cynthia defelice from bmi online, see our free shipping offer and bulk order pricing. Cynthia defelice born in 1951 in philadelphia, pennsylvania is an american childrens book writer. Browse books by cynthia defelice the missing manatee. If i was nathans age i would not be able to handle.
To ask other readers questions about weasel, please sign up. I think the main setting of this book is a 12 year old kid has to face a man name weasel. Comprehension by chapter, vocabulary challenges, creative reading response activities and projects, tests, and much more. Roger sutton, writing in the bulletin of the center for childrens books, dubbed the story sentimental in the best sense. Cynthia defelice reads from her book bringing ezra back. The ghost of fossil glen cynthia defelice macmillan. I love creating a character out of thin air, and feeling that character come to life beneath my fingers on the computer keyboard.
In this lesson plan, youll help your students analyze the characters in the book weasel by cynthia defelice. Like his namesake, the weasel, he hunts by night and sleeps by day, and he kills not because he is hungry, but. It is a school list book to read and it tells about frontier life with the indians. She has written 16 novels and 12 picture books for young readers. This is a 5 page free sample from my common core aligned book study for weasel, by cynthia defelice.
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. This lesson introduces the plot and characters of cynthia defelice s childrens novel weasel. Multiple choice quiz and answer key to help monitor progress. The bond being forged between ezra, pa, nathan, and molly will last for a long time and once that is established it would be a very good thing to have. On a cold and snowy night in 1951, i was born in a humble, one room cabin, the fourteenth child of a poor but honest no, wait.
Free weasel worksheets and literature unit for teachers. Why defelice s book is recommended for reading in the classroom. They will create a character profile that explains what a character does, says, and. Cynthia carter defelice born 1951 is an american childrens writer. Nathan does not feel as good about it as he thought he would, he even helped to bury him. The book succeeeds in building tension and revealing thoughtprovoking ideas about human frailties and the struggle to accept. 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. Youll be quizzed on key points like the literary genre of the book and a piece of.
A big fan of allen eckart and this book fits in many ways for school agers. Weasel by cynthia defelice ela novel book study guide. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. The setting and where it takes place is ohio in 1839. Oct 31, 2008 listen to weasel audiobook by cynthia defelice. Start studying 20172018 6th grade battle of the books practice. Jul 17, 2010 write the opening sentence to your opinion essay responding to the actions of nathan in cynthia defelices novel 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 books of the year, among numerous other honors. 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. Novel study guideela complete reading, literature, novel teaching unit and worksheets. Sep 23, 2016 weasel chapters 1 and 2 discussion questions remember to cite textual evidence in your responses.
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