Literature: "Call it Courage" by Armstrong Sperry

These sites have information about author Armstrong Sperry and the book “Call it Courage.” Includes lesson plans and activities. There are links to eThemes Resources on sharks, hurricanes, and Polynesia.

Grades

• 4,
• 5,
• 6,
• 7,
• 8

Links

• Armstrong Sperry Website

  This is the official site for Armstrong Sperry run by his granddaughter. Includes a biography, reviews, essays, study guides, and information about his novels. There is also a photograph of Sperry and information about Polynesia.

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• Call it Courage Study Guide

  A nine-page pdf study guide has discussion questions to use after reading each chapter. Includes suggested activities for before and after reading.

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• Geography through Literature: Pacific Islands

  During this unit, students can learn about the geography, plants, animals, and coral reefs of the Pacific Islands while reading the book "Call it Courage."

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• eThemes Resource: Country: French Polynesia

  These sites are about the French Polynesia, a group of islands in the South Pacific. Learn about the geography, history, government, and culture of these islands. Topics include black pearls, mythology, and Captain James Cook.

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• eThemes Resource: Animals: Sharks

  These sites are about different types of sharks, including the great white shark. Learn about their habitat, diet, and behavior. View photographs and videos of sharks in the wild. Learn the truth behind common shark myths. Includes interactive quizzes and a live Webcam.

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• eThemes Resource: Weather: Hurricanes

  These sites are all about hurricanes. Watch videos on how they form and see photographs that show a hurricane's aftermath. Also, view weather maps and learn how to track a hurricane. Includes tips on how to prepare for this dangerous weather.

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Education Standards

• MO
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  • 1.1
  • 1.2
  • 1.4
  • 1.5
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 4.7
  • 5
  • 6
  • R.1.H.a
  • R.1.H.a
  • R.1.H.a
  • R.1.H.a
  • R.1.H.a
  • R.2.C.b
  • R.2.C.b
  • R.2.C.c
  • R.2.C.e
  • R.2.C.e
  • R.2.C.f
  • R.2.C.f
  • R.3.C.a
  • R.3.C.a

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Created: February 25, 2003 at 11:25 | Updated: January 11, 2011 at 20:23