Presents reproducible pages for use in teaching Kate DiCamillo's "The Tale of Despereaux" in grades five and six, including activities, vocabulary exercises, a study guide, graphic organizers, comprehension quizzes, a unit test, and answer keys.
Presents a teacher's guide to the novel "The Tale of Despereaux" for the fifth- and sixth-grade literature classroom; contains story summary, vocabulary and comprehension exercises, critical thinking challenges, literary analysis, assessments, graphic organizers, and writing and art ideas.
Describes the beginnings of the Italian Renaissance and aspects of daily life in that period, including education, religion, fashion, celebrations, and diseases and other dangers, and discusses important philosophers, artists, and patrons.
