Where the Red Fern Grows
Where the Red Fern Grows is a bittersweet novel about a young boy growing up in the Ozarks. Billy works hard and sacrifices to save enough money to fulfill his dream of owning a pair of hunting dogs. With Old Dan and Little Ann, he experiences outdoor adventures, heady triumph, and bitter disappointment. He also learns long-term values of loyalty, love, and the value of life. The novel evokes insights into the challenge of growing up, the value of hard work and sacrifice, and the importance of family support and love. Billy’s story shows how dreams, daily miracles, happiness, and loss form the fabric of life in all its richness.
Price: $19.95
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Literary Form
American Novel
Student Activities
Students analyze characterization, theme, and plot. They explore the Ozark wilderness. They use graphic organizers to enrich their understanding of the story. They use the Internet for research. Students compare and contrast the book with the movie.
Supplementary materials include culminating activities, further reading, a book report form, and an objective test with answer key.
Supplementary materials include culminating activities, further reading, a book report form, and an objective test with answer key.
Ethical Values
- Compassion
- Family commitment
- Loyalty
- Responsibility
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