Select a book from the library of your choice or you may bring a book from home. Independent novel study you will choose your own novel to read for the month of april. Find all available study guides and summaries for independent study by joelle charbonneau. An additional but unknown number of students also use independent study in adult education high school diploma programs. Gabriella no information about this was included in the book. The novelty of the first installment has worn off, and the author isnt ready yet to choreograph the rousing conclusion. Independent study is the second book in the testing series. The use of technology is encouraged, although it is not required. As the name implies, independent study will involve you in reading a novel and then selecting a series of activities to be completed during the class time devoted to independent study. Independent study the testing book 2 in the series debut the testing, sixteenyearold cia vale was chosen by the united commonwealth government as one of the best and brightest graduates of all the colonies. Independent novel study petey following are activities that need to be completed for your novel.
If there is a sparknotes, shmoop, or cliff notes guide, we will. For your novel, and in paragraph form, outline the plot line and major characters. This onepage guide includes a plot summary and brief analysis of independent study by joelle charbonneau. An educators guide independent study by joelle charbonneau. So book 2 sometimes feels as if the plot is merely marking time. Then create an art gallery of the illustrations in the classroom or school library and have students work in small groups to take a gallery walk and respond to the displays.
How does the title relate to the plot, characters, or themes in the book. Example of independent novel study by kimberly stanson on. The book leaves off a few months after the events in book one. Published in 2014, independent study is the second novel in the youngadult sciencefiction trilogy the testing by american author joelle charbonneau. The extension projects give you a chance to show that you can take all of those parts and assemble them into a beautiful automobile that anyone would be proud to own and drive.
Cia is now a student at the university in tosu city. Activities to use for any novel study each year i like to do a different novel study with my students. Draw a colour map of where a major part of the story takes place. Grade 11 and 12 english independent study novel list. Think of all of the other parts of your independent novel study as parts of a car. Same plot, different day, and there was nothing that really made it. The main character guy montag lives in a futuristic society where people dont read or think independently. Independent study the testing trilogy book 2 by joelle charbonneau independent study the testing trilogy book 2 by joelle charbonneau in the series debut the testing, sixteenyearold cia vale was chosen by the united commonwealth government as one of the best and brightest graduates of all the colonies. Independent study is a remarkable novel that grabs the readers. So much so, that independent study was one of my most highly anticipated books of. Our list of engaging books for 11 and 12yearolds has it all, from nonfiction and science fiction to exciting fantasy epics and gritty urban tales inspired by the. Make sure this is complete, and includes the resolution. In the series debut the testing, sixteenyearold cia vale was chosen by the united commonwealth government as one of the best and brightest graduates of all the colonies. The most glaring issue with independent study is how the worldbuilding doesnt actually make sense.
Sketch a scene in the book depicting a part of the plot. The independent study community note includes chapterbychapter summary and analysis, character list, theme list, historical context, author. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. In independent study, cia is a freshman at the university in tosu city with her hometown sweetheart, tomasand though the government has tried to erase her memory of independent study. The hyperbole is well, hyperbolic, but i kinda love that exaggeration. Pick a book that holds your interest, however, it must challenge you and be appropriate for school. Page2 part 2 character sketch choose an important character in the novel and. I created this twopage handout as a novel study that students can complete for any piece of fiction. Tell about a connection you made with the story textto self, texttotextmedia, or texttoworld. Her attempts to expose the ugly truth behind the governments murderous programs put herand her loved onesin a world of danger. Suggest a new title which would be appropriate for the book. In independent study, cia is a freshman at the university in tosu city.
This summary of independent people includes a complete plot overview spoilers included. Charbonneau has created an elegantly organized plot that will keep the reader engaged and wondering how this richly layered plot will unfold. The possibilities are endless in how to use this package. Prim buttercup everdeen family katniss everdeen game makers independent novel study mother katniss everdeen everdeen family haymitch peeta team mother capitol katniss and her family prepare for the reaping hunger games is set in a place called palem. I also want to say a big thank you for helping me to reach 250 subscribers, it really means so so much to me and all your. Activities to use for any novel study create dream explore.
It stands at 310 pages and was published by houghton mifflin books for. If there is anything you are unsure of at any timeask. The setting of this book takes place in an unknown city sometime in the twentyfourth century. I have often used this when students are doing literature circles or book clubs. Best books for sixthgraders as tweens start figuring out the world and their place in it, welltold stories can help them explore different places, feelings, issues, and eras. I divided it into 5 sections conflict, character, plot, tone and theme with different questions and activities for each section. Just click the edit page button at the bottom of the page or learn more in the plot summary submission guide. Independent study by joelle charbonneau is the second book of the testing trilogy. Independent study kate johnson failure is not an option induction induction into the university is not easy. Explain one specific aspect of the culture described in the book. Please choose a novel you have not previously read and give me the title of the book by. Independent study is a remarkable novel that grabs the readers attention from the opening page. Therefore, you will be handing in a web, and a written explanation of the characters. You will be required to complete three progress assignments and.
Explain your illustration and why you chose to draw this scene. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read independent study. Independent study the testing book 2 study guide contains a biography of joelle charbonneau, literature essays, quiz questions, major themes, characters, and a full summary and analysis. Program summary independent study ca dept of education. You are expected to have the reading log and word list filled in. Independent study by joelle charbonneau stacked books. This year i chose the book, the city of ember because it fit in nicely with my science and social studies units light and sound for science and ancient civilizations for social studies. Independent novel study hilliard davidson high school. Study guide for independent study independent study the testing book 2 study guide contains a biography of joelle charbonneau, literature essays, quiz questions, major themes, characters, and a full summary and analysis. In the testing, cia underwent a series of grueling tests, ending in a hunger gamesesque survival test that she and a few of her classmates. How do people get basic items like boots if there is no manufacturing going on. Independent study is the second book in the testing trilogy written by joelle charbonneau. Independent study falls into the narrative trap that captures many second volumes in a trilogy. Her attempts to expose the ugly truth behind the governments murderous programs put herand her loved onesin a world of.
Describe one important event in the book and explain why it is significant to the story to the plot, the characters, the ideas of the book. Independent study ebook written by joelle charbonneau. Explain any similarities and differences between these two books. Did i miss something outrageously bad in the first book. The second in the testing trilogy, this novel continues the story of malencia vale after she has made it through the testing phase and is now a university student. Because students in independent study work closely with their teachers, in oneonone meetings or small group instruction, independent study can be a highly personalized form of instruction. On the negative side, i know that there are many flaws with this book and this series overall. Title choice is the title appropriate for the book. Were considering expanding this synopsis into a fulllength study guide to deepen your comprehension of the book and why its important. If there is anything you are unsure of at any timeask project is worth 85 points. Set in tosu city, the dystopian novel resumes the schooling of malencia vale cia six months after graduating the early studies program.
Eng4u eng4u independent study novel portfolio section a. The handmaids tale by margaret atwood, we should all be feminists by chimamanda ngozi adichie, a clockwork orange by. Without giving away too much of the plot, this is a dystopian series with a strong female lead. You will need to hand it in at the end of your novel study. Independent study is a ya dystopian novel with romance, drama, adventure, and political intrigue. They had to work together and trust each other, which cant always be the easiest. Cia was assigned to a group including will, herself, damone, and another first year. Independent novel study following are activities to be completed for your novel. Grade 11 and 12 english independent study novel list author titles call number chinua achebe things fall apart f ach richard adams watership down pb ada gail andersondargatz the cure for death by lightning a recipe for bees. As the culminating activity for this course, you will read an independent study novel frankenstein or the adventures of huckleberry finn and write a literary essay showing your interpretation of the text. How does a series go from a 5 in one book to a 2 in the sequel. Independent study by joelle charbonneau librisnotes.
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