Description
Nathaniel Bowditch loves to work with numbers. School is Nat's favorite time. Unfortunately Nat must give up his dream to go to Harvard when he must quit school to work for his father. Later, he becomes an indentured servant, working in a ship's chandlery. In spite of his situation, Nat continues his education by teaching himself, working all day in the chandlery and in the evenings he fills his notebooks with everything he wants to learn. Nat's diligence pays off. When Nat's nine-year indenture is through, he is given the opportunity to go to sea where the things he has learned may be put to use. Sailing is dangerous, not only because of enemies on the high seas, but because - Nat discovers - many of the books and tables sailors use for navigation have errors - errors that cost lives. With the same diligence he used to teach himself, Nat begins to compile information for a new book to correct these errors and give every sailor knowledge of navigation.
The Carry on, Mr. Bowditch Digital Download Literature Study Guide
Formatted with your Middle School grade student in mind, Progeny Press language arts study guides divide the book into writing assignments and lessons that strengthen their reading comprehension, vocabulary, and refine their critical analysis and writing skills. Each Progeny Press novel study accomplishes all of this without busy work that can drain the fun out of reading and literature! Kids have loved using Progeny Press ELA curriculum in homeschool, co-ops, and private schools around the world for over 30 years!
What the Carry On, Mr. Bowditch ELA Digital Study Guide provides your Middle School student with:
ELA Built for Ages 10–13 • Grades 5–7
Our faith-based literature study guide helps students strengthen their reading and comprehension skills through engaging, age-appropriate activities.
About the Author and Illustrator: Learn about Jean Lee Latham and John O'Hara Cosgrave II.
Background: Discover the world of sailing ships, shaping the backdrop of the book narrative.
Vocabulary: Master words throughout the novel with engaging activities, promoting retention and growth.
Literary Techniques: Dive into literary techniques such as synonyms, characterization, foreshadowing, and exploring expressions in context.
Moral Lessons and Character Values: Uncover and explore moral lessons, including God as our anchor, perseverance, following God's plans, encouragement, dealing with grief, embracing the Golden Rule, and the rewards of diligence.
Activities and Writing Assignments: Participate in mapping exercises, delve into topics like indentured servants and slavery, explore Harvard, engage in Bible study, refine writing skills, delve into astronomy, and unravel the complexities of the French Revolution through research.
Suggestions for Further Reading: Expand your literary horizons with a curated reading list featuring more works by the same authors and others that complement or resemble, Carry On, Mr. Bowditch by Jean Lee Latham.
What Will You Need?
A Complete Language Arts Experience with Progeny Press
- A copy of Carry On, Mr. Bowditch
- A Bible (digital or physical)
- A dictionary (child-friendly or online)
This flexible homeschool resource includes open-ended discussions and optional writing activities that support foundational ELA skills without overwhelming young learners.
Designed for YOU
- Homeschool families looking for Christian literature curriculum
- Schools looking for high 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 phonics program.
Features and Benefits FAQ - Progeny Press ELA PDF Study Guide:
Why Schools & Families Love Our Study Guides:
- Easy to follow and open-and-go
- Encourages family discussions and biblical connections
- Engaging activities that support reading comprehension
- Grows with your child’s ability and interest
- No busywork—just meaningful, faith-filled learning
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All of Progeny Press' language arts PDF download unit lessons are written from a Christian worldview!
