Article, Writing Prompts

Where the Red Fern Grows Writing Prompt

  • Grades: 3–5, 6–8

About this book

Grade Level Equivalent: 6.4
Lexile Measure: 700L
Guided Reading Level: X
Age: Age 11, Age 9, Age 10
Genre: Adventure, Animal Stories, Classics, Realistic Fiction
Subject: Death, Grief, Loss, Country Life, Determination and Perseverance

WRITING: Yes or No?

Have students write short essays that address these questions: In what way(s) did Billy win the bet with the Pritchards? In what way(s) did he lose it? Call on volunteers to read aloud their essays, then lead a class discussion on the issues.

  • Subjects:
    Literature Appreciation, Expository Writing, Writing Prompts
  • Skills:
    Expository Writing
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