Flashlight Readers
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Because of Winn-Dixie Holes
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Overview
In this Flashlight Readers session, students build their knowledge of literary elements by participating in activities related to the Newbery Honor book Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo. Students develop an understanding of plot, character, setting, and theme as well as the writing process all while having fun.

General Objectives

Students will:

  • Create a scrapbook featuring characters from the story
  • Play a reading comprehension maze game based on the story's plot and themes
  • Listen and read along with a slideshow of drafts narrated by the author
  • Communicate with the author through a moderated chat
  • Learn about the author and her writing process