The Lightning Thief | Activities and Projects

This 67 page activity pack for The Lightning Thief (which is the first Percy Jackson book), by Rick Riordan, contains 27 Common Core-aligned reading response activities. Focus standards include character analysis, theme, plot, figurative language, opinion writing, and more. Open ended questions and graphic organizers are easily adaptable for every learner. Perfect for whole class, small group, or even independent study.  Click here to PREVIEW this resource! ♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BOTH are included with your purchase! ♥Perfect for distance learning. Students can access the digital version from home or school. Teachers and students can easily send this back and forth using Google Drive or Google Classroom! (The minimum that's needed is a free Google account. However, you may also contact me for help using this product on many other digital learning platforms!) ♥Excellent for school or homeschool. No-prep and so easy for teachers, parents, and students to follow! ♥Eye-catching digital version contains full-color, interactive adaptations of all resources. Students type directly onto the digital version in Google Slides. ** IMPORTANT NOTE ** The digital Google Drive version contains mostly the same content as the printable version. However, some assignments, such as drawing activities, have been replaced with more digitally friendly assignments, which may include such features as movable/drag-and-drop pieces. What's Included 1) 27 Common Core-aligned Reading Response Activities  •Umbrella Themes •Comic Strip: Mrs. Dodds. •Tower of Terror (focus on obstacles) •Compare and Contrast: Percy and Annabeth •Wanted Poster •The Monsters of The Lightning Thief •Gods and Goddesses •Immortal Cards Project •Settings and Emotions •Similes-2 versions •Figurative Language •Idioms •Point of View: Ares •Mystery Thoughts •The Lightning Thief: The Movie •What is Your Power of Choice? •Informational article with comprehension questions: The Big Three •Chapter Highlights •Character Traits •Character Changes •Setting Analysis Wheel •Setting Snapshot •Setting: The Five Senses •Who's your Favorite? •Figurative Language Find •My Book Review 2) Culminating Project Options •10 creative project choices for students to complete after they finish the book 3) Easy planning and Low Prep •Detailed Table of Contents outlines standard/focus and tells you when to use what •Common Core Codes included for all activities •Student Packet Cover for easy organization •All Answer Keys 4) Instructions for digital Google Drive Version Related Resources This product is contained within my complete novel study for this book. For smaller components out of the complete novel study, click here. The Lightning Thief | Comprehension & Vocabulary The Lightning Thief | Tests