Science Fiction Children's Literature
Title: "A Wrinkle in Time"
Author: Madeleine L'Engele
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (Original date 1962); Square Fish (Reprint 2007)
Pages: 256
Genre: Science Fiction
Young Meg Murry may seem like an ordinary girl. In this book, her adventures are far from common. She travels through space and time on a search for her father. Accompanied by her brother and friend, the trio travels to another planet to rescue Mr. Murry. Three magical beings help the children on their journey and give them important information. The three women tell of a evil force who is taking over planets and holding the childrens' father captive. Meg, her brother, and her friend face many challenges and one falls under the power of the evil power. Will they overcome this mysterious force? Will the family be reunited? Read this captivating book to learn how the characters display true courage and overcome unimaginable challenges.
Connection to the classroom: This piece of literature is for the older students. You could use it for a literature focus unit in 5th or 6th grade. Read aloud with your class to help them stay on track as they move through each chapter. You could divide into small groups and differentiate instruction by giving them various levels of questions to discuss. Peer groups could benefit from learning from each other.
Connection to the classroom: This piece of literature is for the older students. You could use it for a literature focus unit in 5th or 6th grade. Read aloud with your class to help them stay on track as they move through each chapter. You could divide into small groups and differentiate instruction by giving them various levels of questions to discuss. Peer groups could benefit from learning from each other.
Kelly, I have always heard of this book but I have never read it! After reading your description of the book, I really want to read it before I become a teacher. I think your classroom connection was great! It is very important to differentiate instruction for your diverse learners. I really liked how you added "Peer groups could benefit from learning from each other." This is so true. Collaboration in learning is key, and it would be wonderful if students were sharing ideas with each other. This is proof that the children are truly engaged and learning! Great job!
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