Walking Fish Novel Study

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This novel study aligns with The Walking Fish which was written by Rachelle and Kopel Burk and tells a humorous, exciting tale of an ordinary girl who makes an extraordinary scientific discovery—a blind fish that walks.

When seventh-grader Alexis catches an unusual fish that looks like a living fossil, she sets off a frenzied scientific hunt for more of its kind. Alexis and her friend Darshan join the hunt, snorkeling, sounding the depths of Glacial Lake, even observing from a helicopter and exploring a cave. All the while, they fight to keep the selfish Dr. Mertz from claiming the discovery all for himself. When Alexis follows one final hunch, she risks her life and almost loses her friend.

This novel study was created to be used in the secondary science classroom with a major focus on science vocabulary and reading comprehension.

• No-prep, and extremely user-friendly, this novel study is perfect for the whole class, small group, or independent study.
• Perfect for distance learning. Both print and digital versions are available so students can access the digital version from home or school.
• Excellent for school OR homeschool. No-prep and so easy for teachers, parents, and students to follow!

The Walking Fish Novel Study is broken down into word study and comprehension sections as well as a final project:

• Before You Read p 3
• Conductors p 4
• Comprehension Questions: Chapters 1-5 p 5
• Word Study: Chapters 1-5 pp 6-8
• Comprehension Questions: Chapters 6-11 p 9
• Word Study: Chapters 6-11 pp 10-12
• Comprehension Questions: Chapters 12-20 pp 13
• Word Study: Chapters 12-20 pp 14-16
• Walking Fish Project p 17

*Answer key is also included.

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The Walking Fish Product details:

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Tumblehome, Inc.; None edition (April 1, 2015)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780990782933
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0990782933
• Reading age ‏ : ‎ 9 - 12 years
• Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 730L
• Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7

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