Island of the Blue Dolphins — 4‑Week Novel Study

Island of the Blue Dolphins — 4‑Week Novel Study

Island of the Blue Dolphins — 4‑Week Novel Study

Guided reading of Scott O'Dell's novel to build comprehension, vocabulary, and analyze survival, resilience, and human‑nature themes.

Island of the Blue Dolphins — 4‑Week Novel Study

Price

$21.14per class

$21.14

per week

Level
Intermediate
Ages
9–12
Duration
45 min
Classes
1 / Week
Weeks
4

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Class Experience

Students read Island of the Blue Dolphins across four weeks with assigned chapters between classes and engage in guided discussions to strengthen comprehension, vocabulary, character and theme analysis, and critical thinking. In-class activities include vocabulary work, discussions, quizzes and games, and a final reflection or project focused on the novel's themes and Karana's journey.

Learning Outcomes

  • Improve reading comprehension through assigned chapter study

  • Analyze characters, setting, symbolism, and central themes like survival and resilience

  • Use vocabulary in context and build word knowledge

  • Discuss and explain ideas clearly during group activities and reflections

Prerequisites

Materials needed:

book-Island of the Blue Dolphins novel by Scott O'Dell in physical or electronic format

Meet Your Instructor

Jyotika Merchant

Minecraft & History Educator

6+ Years

Teaching Experience

5000+

Students Taught

All age groups

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A passionate educator who blends interactive game-based learning with history, helping kids build confidence while exploring cultures and civilizations through creative projects.

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