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Island of the Blue Dolphins Extension Activities

  • Grades: 6–8
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Island of the Blue Dolphins

Island of the Blue Dolphins

By Scott O'Dell

About this book

Grade Level Equivalent: 5.5
Lexile Measure: 1000
Guided Reading Level: V
Age: Age 11, Age 9, Age 10
Genre: Adventure, Classics
Subject: Determination and Perseverance, Native American, Survival

PARTNER PROJECT: Karana's Story

Students might work in pairs to conduct interviews. One student acts the role of Karana while the other is the host on a talk show. The interviewer might prepare a list of questions about Karana's experiences on the island. After reading over the questions, the student playing Karana should review the story to prepare for the interview. Have the rest of the class act as the audience for the talk show.

  • Subjects:
    Cooperation and Teamwork, Reading Comprehension, Literature Appreciation, Public Speaking
  • Skills:
    Reading Comprehension, Public Speaking
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