The One and Only Ruby | Activities and Projects

This 35-page activity pack for The One and Only Ruby, by Katherine Applegate, contains 18 Common Core-aligned, creative reading response activities. Focus standards include asking and answering questions, plot, character analysis, figurative language, theme, and more! Open-ended questions and graphic organizers are easily adaptable for every learner. Perfect for whole-class, small group, or even independent study.  ♥You're free to use the printable OR digital version; BOTH are included with your purchase! ♥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. ♥Perfect for digital 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!) What's Included 1) 18 Common Core-aligned Reading Response Activities  •Partner Up: Questions and Answers •The One and Only Ruby: Themes •Response to Literature: Themes •Ruby's Journey •Comic Strip •The One and Only Ruby: Cause and Effect •Ruby's Obstacles •Character Analysis •Character Snapshot: Ruby •Setting: The One and Only Ruby •Figurative Language •Who's your Favorite? •Another Point of View •My Book Cover •Learning Log •My Elephant Journal •Respect the Elephants •About Elephants Brochure 2) Figurative Language Anchor Poster •A decorative poster to accompany the included figurative language activities •The poster comes in both color and black-and-white 3) Culminating Project Options •10 creative project choices for students to complete after they finish the book 4) 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 5) Instructions for digital Google Slides Version Related Resources This product is contained within my complete novel study for this book. For other, smaller components out of the complete novel study, click on the links below. The One and Only Ruby | Comprehension and Vocabulary Pack