Search 8th Grade Reading Literature Identifying the Author's Purpose Educational Resources

Use this worksheet to encourage critical thinking and support students’ literacy development by asking questions before, during, and after reading.

Use this Novel Discussion Guide for Parents as a guide to invite your child into a book discussion about their latest reading!

These post-reading writing prompts ask students to reflect on the major themes and events from The Giver.

Use this discussion guide to encourage thoughtful discussions about chapters 1–4 of Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games. 

Use these discussion questions to engage your readers and support their comprehension of chapters 18–23 of Lois Lowry’s The Giver.

Use this final discussion guide to support readers’ comprehension of chapter 15 through the end of Linda Sue Park’s A Long Walk to Water.