MISS NELSON IS MISSING: READING LESSONS, SUB PLANS & EXTENSION ACTIVITIES
"Miss Nelson is Missing" is a classic children's book written by Harry Allard and illustrated by James Marshall. It tells the story of a group of misbehaving students who are taught a lesson when their kind and patient teacher, Miss Nelson, goes missing and is replaced by the strict and terrifying substitute, Miss Viola Swamp. The teacher's guide for this book should focus on themes of empathy, respect, and responsibility, as well as the importance of treating others with kindness and appreciation. Activities could include character analysis, discussion questions, creative writing prompts, and art projects that help students explore the book's message and engage with the story on a deeper level.
Miss Nelson is Missing by Harry Allard/James Marshall is a fun book that kids love to read! It is a perfect solution to sub plans because students will hear the story of Miss Nelson and wonder where you are.
Included in this 34-page, ready to use (sub plan perfect) unit:
- graphic organizers
- work with adjectives
- reading comprehension
- extended response writing prompts
- Personal letter writing
- arts and crafts
- creative prompts
- role playing/ skit writing
- bulletin board suggestions