Literature: "Tales of a Fourth-Grade Nothing" by Judy Blume
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Title:
| Literature: "Tales of a Fourth-Grade Nothing" by Judy Blume |
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Description:
| These sites are about the book "Tales of a Fourth-Grade Nothing" by Judy Blume. There are book project ideas, review questions, author biographies, book reviews, and an online Jeopardy game. There is a link to an eThemes Resource on turtles. |
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Grade Level:
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Resource Links:
| Educational Paperback Association: Judy Blume
Read about Judy Blume's life in her own words. There is also a biography and a list of her works.
Kidsreads: Judy Blume
Read a short autobiography on Judy Blume.
Tales of A Fourth Grade Nothing Activities
This page suggests several activities that can be used when teaching the book. They include a vocabulary crossword puzzle, test, and friendly letter.
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing Summary
Here are chapter summaries and questions written and illustrated by fourth graders.
Collaborative Project
This site details a literacy project between elementary school and college students. Click on the links to see the activities that they did relating to the book. These ideas can be adapted for use in other classrooms.
Judy Blume on the Web
Read about the Fudge book series on Judy Blume's official website.
Cuesheet
This Cue sheet was designed for use with the theatrical adaptation of the book, but contains information on the plot, character, and setting that can be used with either version. This is an eight-page PDF file.
Study Guide
This study guide was designed for use with the theatrical adaptation of the book, but has worksheets and activities that can be used with either version. This is a six-page PDF file.
PBS: It's My Life: SIbling Rivalry
Explore this site about sibling rivalry and sibling relationships, one of the main themes of the book.
Turtle Care
Here is information on the proper care of pet turtles. NOTE: This site contains sponsored links.
eThemes Resource: Animals: Missouri Turtles
These sites are about Missouri turtles, including snapping turtles, alligator snapping turtles, stinkpot turtles, three-toed box turtles, and ornate box turtles. Learn about the physical characteristics, diet, reproduction, habitat, and behaviors of each type. View several photographs of these turtles in the wild.
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Education Standards:
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AR Standards:
R.10.3.11, R.10.4.11, R.10.5.10
DE Standards:
4.4a.1.a, 4.4a.1.b, 4.4a.1.c, 4.4a.1.a, 4.4a.1.b, 4.4a.1.c, 4.1b.2, 4.4a.1.a, 4.4a.1.b, 4.4a.1.c
MO Standards:
1.1, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.3, 2.4, 1, 2, 4, 6, R.1.I.c, R.1.I.c
NV Standards:
6.3.4.1, 6.3.4.2, 6.3.4.3, 6.4.4.1, 6.4.4.2, 6.4.4.3, 6.5.4.1, 6.5.4.2, 6.5.4.3
OK Standards:
A.5.1.a, A.5.1.b, A.4.1.a, A.4.1.b, A.4.1.a, A.4.1.b, A.4.1.c
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