Outside Resources

• Graphic Organizers and Activities for Differentiated Instruction in Reading by Nancy L. Witherell and Mary C. McMackin. (Grades 4-8)
• Books found at six local libraries (and book sales):
• Joseph Bruchac novels (The Journey of Jesse Smoke, Skeleton Man, Code Talker, The Dark Pond, Eagle Song, Whisper in the Dark) One for each student - will vary depending on the number of students in each group (approx. 5-6 copies of each book)
• Joseph Bruchac picture books (Fox Song, Crazy Horse's Vision, Four Wishes, A Boy Called Slow, etc.)
• Other Bruchac novels for free reading
• Daily 6 Writing workbooks (students each have one)
• Smart board or projector (laptops)
• Chart paper and markers (use during mini-lessons)
• Sticky notes