Description
On his birthday, Omri is somewhat disappointed to receive nothing but a small plastic Indian from his friend Patrick, but he is pleased when his brother Gillon gives him a white metal cupboard. Omri discovers that a key, once belonging to his great-grandmother, fits the lock on the cupboard perfectly. He puts the plastic Indian in the cupboard for the night and locks the door. In the morning Omri is shocked to discover that the cupboard has somehow brought the Indian to life. Keeping it a secret, Omri helps the Indian adjust to his new home in Omri's bedroom, providing him with food and shelter; but Omri learns that the Indian is more than a novelty. He is a real person, an Iroquois brave.
He has a name - Little Bear - and he lived in the past over 200 years ago. What began as fun turns out to have very serious repercussions when Omri lets his friend Patrick in on the secret.
The Indian in the Cupboard 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 Indian in the Cupboard 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: Learn about Lynne Reid Banks, her early life, her accomplishments (such as being the first female reporter on British television), and her literary works and efforts during WWII and beyond.
Vocabulary: Increase your vocabulary with numerous activities designed to stimulate retention and linguistic growth.
Literary Techniques: Explore the literary techniques found in the novel, from studying characterization and understanding context to exploring point of view, cliffhangers, deciphering dialect, engaging in compare and contrast exercises, unraveling conflicts, reaching climaxes, achieving resolutions, and identifying overarching themes.
Moral Lessons and Character Values: Discover vital lessons and character values. Explore themes of practicing the Golden Rule, promoting equality, the power of prayer, lying and justification, the pursuit of peace, recognizing the pitfalls of greed and envy, managing anger, and confronting the complexities of racism.
Activities and Writing Assignments: Dive into the world of the Iroquois Indians, explore the historical backdrop of the French and Indian War, and engage in optional writing assignments that deepen your connection with the novel.
Suggestions for Further Reading: Discover more books from Lynne Reid Banks and others that complement or share similarities with Indian in the Cupboard, offering a broader perspective on themes and experiences found in the novel.
What Will You Need?
A Complete Language Arts Experience with Progeny Press
- A copy of The Indian in the Cupboard
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- 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.
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- Homeschool families looking for Christian literature curriculum
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- 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.
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- Easy to follow and open-and-go
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