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TOUCHING SPIRIT BEAR by Ben Mikaelsen Packet Contains masters for: PLUS Written by Veda Boyd Jones 3 Prereading Activities 7 Vocabulary Activities 1 Study Guide 5 Literary Analysis Activities 1 Writing Activity 2 Quizzes 1 Novel Test Detailed Answer Key and Scoring Rubric Note The Harper Trophy paperback edition of the book, published by HarperCollins Publishers Inc, 2001, was used to prepare this guide. The page references may differ in other editions. Novel ISBN: 0-380-80560-X Please note: This novel deals with sensitive, mature issues. Parts may contain descriptions of violence. Please assess the appropriateness of this book for the age level and maturity of your students prior to reading and discussing it with them. ISBN 978-1-60878-330-4 Copyright infringement is a violation of Federal Law. 2010 by Novel Units, Inc., Bulverde, Texas.. Reproduction of this publication is limited to the terms of the Single-Classroom User License for a maximum of 30 copies. No part of this publication may be translated, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted or shared in any way or by any means (electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise) without prior written permission from Novel Units, Inc. Reproduction of any part of this publication for multiple school terms, an entire school or for a school system, by for-profit institutions and tutoring centers, or for commercial sale is strictly prohibited. Reproduction of any part of the Teacher Guide is strictly prohibited. Novel Units is a registered trademark of Novel Units, Inc. Publisher Information For a complete catalog, contact Novel Units, Inc. P.O. Box 97 Bulverde, TX 78163-0097 Web site: novelunits.com For more digital resources, visit: ebooks.ecslearningsystems.com
Activity #5 Vocabulary Chapters 3 5, pp. 26 46 sullenly (26) specific (27) mimicked (27) frigid (32) scoffed (33) acknowledged (36) obligations (38) rejected (41) collapsed (42) wavered (44) Directions: Choose a word from the vocabulary list. Turn to the page on which it is used in the text. After examining how the word is used in context, complete the word map. Definition Sentence Synonym Pronunciation Word Map Vocabulary Word Antonym Part of Speech Novel Units, Inc. 7
Study Guide page 2 Chapters 6 8, pp. 47 73 1. Who does Cole argue with at the Circle? 2. At the Circle Garvey says Cole has will and courage, but what does he also have? 3. What does Peter feel will make things better? 4. When will the tide come in? 5. Who does Cole blame for his banishment on the island? 6. At the end of one year s banishment, who will decide what happens to Cole? 7. What does Cole make to fight the bear? 8. What does Cole find to eat? 9. What does Cole grab to help him pull away from the bear? 10. What does Cole kill while he s lying hurt, barely breathing? 11. Where does Cole wish he were? Chapters 9 12, pp. 74 102 1. What does Cole watch in the spruce tree? 2. What does Cole imagine is covering him? 3. After the storm passes, what reminds Cole of the circle Garvey spoke of? 4. What does Cole understand as the circle of life and death? 5. What does Cole decide is the real power? 6. What is the first thing Cole eats after the mauling? 7. What other things does Cole eat while he is unable to walk? 8. After Cole spits at the bear, what does the bear do? 9. What does Cole imagine he is in his dream? 10. How does Cole see the world after the Spirit Bear disappears? 11. Who rescues Cole? 12. How is Cole taken from the island? 14 Novel Units, Inc.
Activity #11 Literary Analysis Use During Reading Story Map Title Series of Events Setting, Characters, Problem, Solution Novel Units, Inc. 17
Quiz #2 Use After Reading Part Two, pp. 115 240 A. Directions: After each cause, list at least one effect. Cause 1. Edwin goes to Minneapolis. 2. Cole builds a shelter. 3. Cole learns to clear his mind. 4. Cole tells Garvey that he s not his slave. B. True/False 5. Peter tries to commit suicide twice. 6. Cole carves a likeness of Peter in the forgiveness section of his totem pole. 7. Edwin explains why he was banished to the island. 8. Garvey and Peter also carve totem poles. 9. Peter beats up Cole. 10. Mr. Matthews is banished to the island. C. Open-Ended Short Answer Question: On the lines below, explain a lesson Cole learns. Novel Units, Inc. 25