RIT scoring the novel study -- The Maze Runner by James Dashner

 

This is the first year that my school is using MAP data from NWEA.  We are all working really hard to understand and apply the data.  In addition to attempting to create a links page of free online games that target different RIT scores, I'm also looking at many of our literature circles and novel studies to see what RIT scores they target.  

This one for the Maze Runner by James Dashner works well for students with RIT scores 211-220 and 221-230.  The reason for this is because it helps students analyze character and make inferences.  It's available at my Teachers Pay Teachers store.  

Dystopian Fiction Weekend!

So while the rest of everyone is enjoying Thanksgiving, I'm in the middle of a reading marathon of Dystopian / Post-Apocalypic / "The-future-is-not-so-bright" books for YAs and middle grade.  The reason?  My Scholastic Book Fair, which starts on Monday.  There must be an entire CASE just devoted to it and, while I thought that I was well-schooled in the genre, I was serious mistaken.

So take a look at my growing Shelfari widget on the top left.  I've got a few more to go before Monday.