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The Call of the Wild Literature Study Guide
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The dog Buck lives a privileged life in the family of a California judge. But when gold is discovered in the Yukon Valley and thousands of men rush north, Buck is stolen from his home and sent north to pull sleds for the Canadian mail service.
Buck finds he must learn fast or die, and the new law of life is primitive—the law of club and fang. London reveals the lengths to which men will go to satisfy the gold lust, and he explores the animal instinct of kill or be killed as Buck rises to become leader of the pack.
What Progeny Press' The Call of the Wild Literature Curriculum Study Guide provides your High School student:
ELA Built for Ages 14–18 • Grades 8–12
Our faith-based literature study guide helps students strengthen their reading and comprehension skills through engaging, age-appropriate activities.
English/Language Arts credit: This is a one-quarter credit high school level Literature curriculum.
Historical Background: Journey through the 1897-98 Gold Rush in Alaska as you explore the history behind the novel.
Author Biography: Discover the life of Jack London through an engaging author biography.
Before-You-Read Activities: Advance your literary study with pre-reading activities and assignments. Conduct historical research, map exploration, timeline creation, biographical insights, and artistic expressions.
Vocabulary: Enhance your vocabulary through activities designed for effective growth and recollection.
Literary Techniques: Discover the diverse literary techniques employed in the novel, ranging from contextual understanding and dictionary work to anthropomorphism, personification, and the art of setting.
Moral Lessons and Character Values: Discover deeper moral lessons and character values exploring themes like equality under God, the Golden Rule, authority dynamics, and the differences between success versus doing what is right.
Activities and Writing Assignments: Engage in hands-on activities and writing assignments, including exploration of animal themes, multiple essay ideas, discussions on moral absurdity, and planning trips or activities.
Suggestions for Further Reading: Further enrich your literary experience with suggestions for additional reading, featuring works by the same author and others that complement, Call of the Wild by Jack London. Movie suggestions included.
The Call of the Wild Literature Study Guide - Workbook
Formatted with your High School student in mind, Progeny Press literature study guides provide in-depth lessons and writing assignments that strengthen reading comprehension, expand vocabulary, and develop advanced literary analysis and essay writing skills. Each guide challenges students to think critically and engage meaningfully with the text, without unnecessary busywork that diminishes the joy of reading.
For over 30 years, homeschool families, co-ops, and Christian schools worldwide have trusted Progeny Press to provide rigorous, faith-based English and Language Arts curriculum that inspires thoughtful readers and confident writers.
What Progeny Press' The Call of the Wild Literature Curriculum Study Guide provides your High School student:
ELA Built for Ages 14–18 • Grades 8–12
Our faith-based literature study guide helps students strengthen their reading and comprehension skills through engaging, age-appropriate activities.
English/Language Arts credit: This is a one-quarter credit high school level Literature curriculum.
Historical Background: Journey through the 1897-98 Gold Rush in Alaska as you explore the history behind the novel.
Author Biography: Discover the life of Jack London through an engaging author biography.
Before-You-Read Activities: Advance your literary study with pre-reading activities and assignments. Conduct historical research, map exploration, timeline creation, biographical insights, and artistic expressions.
Vocabulary: Enhance your vocabulary through activities designed for effective growth and recollection.
Literary Techniques: Discover the diverse literary techniques employed in the novel, ranging from contextual understanding and dictionary work to anthropomorphism, personification, and the art of setting.
Moral Lessons and Character Values: Discover deeper moral lessons and character values exploring themes like equality under God, the Golden Rule, authority dynamics, and the differences between success versus doing what is right.
Activities and Writing Assignments: Engage in hands-on activities and writing assignments, including exploration of animal themes, multiple essay ideas, discussions on moral absurdity, and planning trips or activities.
Suggestions for Further Reading: Further enrich your literary experience with suggestions for additional reading, featuring works by the same author and others that complement, Call of the Wild by Jack London. Movie suggestions included.
What Will You Need?
A Complete Language Arts Experience with Progeny Press
- A copy of the The Call of the Wild novel
- A copy of the The Call of the Wild study guide workbook
- A Bible (digital or physical)
- A dictionary (student-friendly or online)
Created for upper-level learners, this guide strengthens critical thinking and encourages polished writing while helping students master essential ELA concepts.
Designed for YOU
- Homeschool families looking for Christian literature curriculum
- Schools looking for top quality ELA materials
- Parents wanting to build reading comprehension and character
- Co-ops and small group instruction
These guides work well on their own or alongside your preferred grammar and writing program.
Features and Benefits FAQ – Progeny Press Physical Literature Study Guide:
Why Schools & Families Love Our Printed Workbook Literature Study Guides:
- Premium Print Format: Perfect bound 8.5x11 study guide with durable heavy gloss cover and quality interior paper designed for long-term classroom and homeschool use.
- Answer Key Made Simple: Full detailed answer key included on perforated pages for quick removal before student use, making instruction easier for teachers and parents.
- Student-Friendly Design: Built-in space for written answers supports active learning, critical analysis, and organized responses directly inside the book.
- Reproducible for Classroom Use: Approved for classroom copying, making this an ideal choice for Christian schools, co-ops, and group instruction.
- Faith-Based Curriculum: Each literature guide integrates Christian worldview connections with literature study, encouraging both academic growth and character development.
- Open-and-Go Teaching: Clear lesson structure and teacher guidance allow parents and instructors to begin immediately without extra preparation. No extra devices needed. Just the book, a pencil, and a positive attitude!
- Comprehensive ELA Coverage: Strengthens reading comprehension, writing skills, vocabulary development, and literary analysis within one complete language arts program.
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