This prezi is about the book stargirl, this book is by. I do a lot of fun things with this novel and i had every intention of sharing the activities here. Stargirl by jerry spinelli overdrive rakuten overdrive. Love, stargirl picks up a year after stargirl ends and reveals the new life of the beloved character who moved away so suddenly at the end of stargirl. From the day she arrives at quiet mica high in a burst of color and sound, the. However, ever since stargirl arrived, leo cannot stop thinking about her. The past 7 weeks we have been reading stargirl by jerry spinelli.
One day, a new girl, named stargirl, arrives at leos middle school and turns everything upside down. Course summary this stargirl study guide course serves as a fantastic resource for mastering the novel. From the day she arrives at quiet mica high in a burst of color and sound, the hallways hum with the murmur of. If i were in charge of calendars, every day would be january. Stargirl is a fun and interesting book told from the point of view of leo, an ordinary high schooler in suburban arizona. A unit plan based on the story by jerry spinelliwritten by mary b. A modernday classic and new york times bestseller from newbery medalist jerry spinelli. And this time, even leo might be giving her the cold shoulder. She stopped at an empty table, laid down her bag, slung the. The book punch series manual includes printable worksheets for these lessons.
She did carry a large canvas bag with a lifesize sunflower painted on it. Study guide book summary book notes plot synopsis chapter summary download notes. Stargirl by jerry spinelli novel study by right down the. Student page title introduction task process evaluation conclusion teacher page a webquest for 9th grade and 10 th grade english designed by. Each book punch title includes 11 printable worksheets, a lesson plan aid, and the book punch series manual with detailed instructions for implementation. But by the end of the book, shes totally cool with who she is.
Stargirl knows that true love is all about acceptance. The book is the sequel to the new york times bestselling book, stargirl, and centers on the worlds longest letter in diary form. After leo told stargirl she should change, what did she do. Vimeo gives control freaks the power to tweak every aspect of their embedded videos. Introduce stargirl by having students predict what they think the novel will be about. Stargirl, by jerry spinelli, is fun to read because of its interesting characters and entertaining plot, but its also fun because its packed with exciting figurative language. Free online book summary notes chapter summaries with notes analysis porcupine necktie summary. Essentially a complete teachers guide and novel unit, this litplan teacher pack includes lesson plans and reproducible student materials for stargirl by jerry spinelli.
Stargirl movie tiein edition get your free audiobook. However, january and february were a complete blur with everything going on with ian and his. Stargirl activities, units, lesson plans and teaching guides. Learn more about stargirl in the listening books digital collection. From the day she arrives at quiet mica high in a burst of color and sound, the hallways hum with the murmur of stargirl, stargirl. Stargirl movie tiein edition audible audiobook unabridged. The entire schools not sure what to think of her and the kind things she does.
A modernday classic and new york times bestseller that celebrates the power of individuality and personal expression from beloved newbery medalist jerry spinelli. Jog your mind on how much you remember through this quiz. In arizona she was shunned by a mean mob of her peers for being a wonderful, positive role model. To become effective readers students need to establish a purpose for reading before they start reading. Meettheauthor recording with jerry spinelli about stargirl. Stargirl questions and answers discover the community of teachers, mentors and students just like you that can answer any question you might have on stargirl. Jerry spinelli in the novel stargirl introduces a character to us. But, just as quickly, they turn on stargirl when her nonconformity goes too far. The documents can be viewed and printed from my learning center.
This will help students make connections with what they are reading and gain the ability to evaluate the importance of the information that they read. Connecting readers with our books and authors during the coronavirus outbreak and this period of social distancing is more important than ever. She sparks a schoolspirit revolution with just one cheer. Stargirl by jerry spinelli at the best online ebook storage. Stargirl was well received by critics, who praised stargirl s character and the novels overall message of nonconformity. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. The novel takes the form of the worlds longest letter. This set of lesson plans consists of approximately 115 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials. I still prefer the first book to this one, but this one definitely has earned its place in my repertoire of books read. She was the faintest scent of a cactus flower, the flitting s.
Jerry spinelli, mandy siegfried, listening library. Stargirl, an unconventional teenager in a conformist high school. When leo moved to arizona at the age of twelve, uncle pete gave him the necktie. To ensure teachers that can get results quickly, we have created lesson plan aids for each book covered. Love, stargirl audio cd audiobook, unabridged, import. In chapter 25 of jerry spinellis stargirl, leo finally confronts stargirl with the questions that have. Leo borlock is an average high school boy, more or less. Once again, stargirl stirs up controversy in chapter 24 of jerry spinellis novel stargirl. This study guide consists of approximately 40 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of stargirl. Stargirl movie tiein edition audible audio edition.
Spinellis witty novel offers plenty for teen readers to think about in terms of individuality and conformity, and why some kids are popular while others are social outcasts. Leo feels fascinated and intimidated by stargirl, the new girl at school. She is a special girl, immune to the critics of the rest of the kids. It was a new york times bestseller, a parents choice gold award winner, an ala top ten best books for young adults award winner, 1 and a publishers weekly best book of the year. Stargirl multiple choice study questions chapters 26 29 1. As stargirl marched out, i could see hillari kimble across the lunchroom rising from her seat, pointing, saying something i could not hear. One of my reading groups completed the stargirl novel unit at the start of the school year and they requested that we read this one next because they werent ready to say goodbye to the characters. Stargirl by jerry spinelli chapter 31 summary and analysis. Stargirl tells us a great deal about our ancient past as humans, and how connecting to that past can help us understand ourselves better. Stargirl from the day she arrives at quiet mica high in a burst of color and sound, the hallways hum with the murmur of stargirl, stargirl.
May 14, 2002 listen to stargirl movie tiein edition audiobook by jerry spinelli. Chapter 26 chapter 27 chapter 28 chapter 29 chapter 30 chapter 31 chapter 32 chapter 33 more than stars. Spinelli uses his young heroine to tackle the difficult adolescent issues of selfesteem, popularity, and friendship. If you teach the book stargirl by jerry spinelli, this resource will help you greatly. Buy love, stargirl book online at low prices in india love, stargirl. Download and read online for free stargirl by jerry spinelli. Read free book excerpt from stargirl by jerry spinelli, page 1 of 2.
Our team is ready and available to help, if needed, via telephone or email. The prologue wastes no time telling us that the narrator, leo borlock, is attracted to the unusual in our world. Ella freeman sadly you cant read books on goodreads. In love, stargirl, the sequel to stargirl, the main characters family has already moved from arizona to pennsylvania where stargirl returns to homeschooling after her short time in a real school in arizona didnt work out. Listen to love, stargirl audiobook by jerry spinelli. Print copies of the stargirl literature circle questions printable for students. When stargirl arrives at mica high school, people notice her. She captures leo borlock s heart with just one smile.
Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. It is packed full of resources, vocabulary, writing activities, reading skills, and comprehension questions. Aug 14, 2007 listen to love, stargirl audiobook by jerry spinelli. Listen to stargirl movie tiein edition by jerry spinelli at. By focusing on these remnants of the past, before we created planes, trains and automobiles, we may learn some interesting things about the universe and ourselves as humans. Stargirl by jerry spinelli chapters 27 28 summary and analysis. After trial, get 1 audiobook and 2 audible originals each month. Stargirl, was the new york times bestseller and an ala top ten best book for young adults. Ritter by prh audio from desktop or your mobile device.
The word begins with a brief introduction to leo at the age of twelve, and chronicles his move from his home state of pennsylvania to arizona. Through class discussions, the teacher can evaluate the students understanding of conformity and how it applies to their own lives. This character comes out distinct and one who does not conform, and this forms the storyline of the novel. It is designed to use before, during, and after reading the novel. After reading an advertisement on a bulletin board odd jobsask for mike, they decide what that person most needs and create a card, such as a keepyourchin up card. When leo borlock was little, his uncle pete wore a necktie with a porcupine on it. So its a meaningful story that teaches an important lesson without being preachy.
Jun 03, 2008 what the novel stargirl really teaches us 1. Leo realizes that hes in love with her, but has a difficult. After reading an advertisement on a bulletin board odd jobsask for mike, they decide what that person most needs and create a card, such as a keepyourchin up. In her relationship with leo, she couldnt really accept herself, because leo couldnt accept her. Naiba book award for young children teachers guide stargirl overview background through the characters of leo and stargirl, author jerry spinelli shows the importance of accepting people for who they are. She is a special girl, immune to the criticism of the rest of the kids. These engaging lessons and quizzes are designed to boost your knowledge of the book s. This becomes clear when he tells us about his love of porcupine ties. I personally am not a fan of jerry spinelli with the exception of stargirl, and thought i. Stargirl by jerry spinelli chapter 5 summary and analysis. Stargirl and leo have fun playing a greeting card game.
All rights reservedonly the student materials in this unit plan such as worksheets,study questions, assignment sheets, and tests may be reproduced multiple time. Listen to stargirl movie tiein edition audiobook by jerry spinelli. This is one of those rare books that seems to move the very foundation of your emotions, teaching you a very deep lesson in a way that doesnt make you think youre learning one. Through this seemingly small detail about him, a whole series of spectacular events is placed in motion. Stargirl is one for the ages this book has changed me, i aspire to be like stargirl she is unique and amazing in her own way.