Where the Red Fern Grows (A Novel Study, Grades 4-6, SSN1-73)

Roy Sousa

ISBN 10: 1550353926 / ISBN 13: 9781550353921

Published by On The Mark Press, 2006

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Where the Red Fern Grows (A Novel Study, Grades 4-6, SSN1-73)
• Publisher: On The Mark Press
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1550353926
• ISBN 13: 9781550353921
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

A story of loyalty and the "deepest kind of love", between Billy Colman and his beloved dogs. Billy wanted hunt dogs so much he referred to it as "dog wanting disease". However, he was from a poor family without extra money to spend. Through determination and hard work, he is able to save money to get two pups, Little Ann and Old Dan. Together the trio becomes inseparable and becomes known in the Ozark foothills to be the finest hunting team in the valley. Glory and victory were coming to them, but sadness waited too. Close by was the strange and wonderful power that's only found when he sees "the red fern grow". A novel by Wilson Rawls. Reproducible chapter questions, plus comprehension questions, a story summary, author biography, creative and cross-curricular activities, complete with answer key. 64 pages including an answer key. The Students will: - develop an appreciation for the loyalty and love often demonstrated by an animal to its owner. - have an insight into the lifestyle of people living in the Ozarks in the early 1900's. - have the opportunity to read an adventure story. - develop and reinforce many new and previously learned reading and writing skills. - become aware of the values of hard work and its rewards.