HOUNDSLEY & CATINA BOOK 1 - READING LESSONS & ACTIVITIES UNIT

Houndsley & Catina adventures are a children's favorite and a wonderful reading experience to share with your class.

Houndsley & Catina Book 1 is a charming children's book that explores the theme of friendship through the adventures of Houndsley, a kind-hearted dog, and his best friend Catina, a smart and creative cat. This teacher's guide provides a comprehensive set of reading lessons and activities for students to engage with the text and deepen their understanding of the characters, plot, and themes. The guide includes pre-reading activities to activate prior knowledge, comprehension questions to check for understanding, vocabulary activities to build word knowledge, and extension activities to promote critical thinking and creativity. The guide also includes assessment tools to measure students' progress and identify areas for further development. By using this guide, teachers can create a fun and engaging learning experience for their students while building their literacy skills and fostering a love for reading.

This 35 page unit was developed to use with Houndsley & Catina Book 1 by James Howe.

It includes:

. links to PDF and read aloud video

. vocabulary work

. graphic organizers including character webs and story maps

. comprehension questions by chapter

. writing prompts which can be used for assessments

. bulletin board ideas