How Long to Read Island of the Blue Dolphins - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6

By Marie-Helen Goyetche

How Long Does it Take to Read Island of the Blue Dolphins - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6?

It takes the average reader and 58 minutes to read Island of the Blue Dolphins - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6 by Marie-Helen Goyetche

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

In this State Standards-aligned Literature Kitâ„¢, we divide the novel by chapters or sections and feature reading comprehension and vocabulary questions. In every chapter, we include Before You Read and After You Read questions. The Before You Read activities prepare students for reading by setting a purpose for reading. They stimulate background knowledge and experience, and guide students to make connections between what they know and what they will learn. The After You Read activities check students' comprehension and extend their learning. Students are asked to give thoughtful consideration of the text through creative and evaluative short-answer questions and journal prompts. Also included are writing tasks, graphic organizers, comprehension quiz, test prep, word search, and crossword to further develop students' critical thinking and writing skills, and analysis of the text. About the Novel: The classic, Island of the Blue Dolphins is based on the true story of a woman marooned on San Nicholas Island during the early 1800s. Karana, her family and her people are living on the island when the Aleuts (Russians) arrive to hunt the sea otters. The Aleuts kill the natives leaving Karana and her brother Ramo stranded on the island. Soon after wild dogs kill Ramo, and Karana is left to struggle on her own. For eighteen years she lives to survive the weather, the animals, the Aleuts and the loneliness. This story is about a strong and courageous woman who proved that with determination, nothing is insurmountable. All of our content is aligned to your State Standards and are written to Bloom's Taxonomy.

How long is Island of the Blue Dolphins - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6?

Island of the Blue Dolphins - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6 by Marie-Helen Goyetche is 57 pages long, and a total of 14,649 words.

This makes it 19% the length of the average book. It also has 18% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Island of the Blue Dolphins - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6 Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 1 hour and 20 minutes to read Island of the Blue Dolphins - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6 aloud.

What Reading Level is Island of the Blue Dolphins - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6?

Island of the Blue Dolphins - Literature Kit Gr. 5-6 is suitable for students ages 8 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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