This middle school language arts unit is built around the novel Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred D. Taylor. Students in grades 6–8 will develop essential language skills while exploring themes of justice, resilience, and family within a historical context.
What’s Included:
Structured reading and guided discussion questions to support comprehension and literary analysis
Reflection prompts to examine historical background, character development, and key themes
Written and oral narration exercises to enhance memory, sequencing, and communication
Sentence- and paragraph-level writing practice using The Writing Revolution strategies
Grammar and vocabulary development through copywork and dictation
Quote journaling to encourage deeper engagement and personal insight
This comprehensive unit integrates literature, writing, grammar, and thinking skills into one streamlined curriculum. Clear plans, printable student materials, and a suggested schedule make implementation easy.
Required resource: Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred D. Taylor
