Description
While walking near his home, Marty Preston finds a frightened beagle pup. Convinced that his neighbor, Judd Travers, has been abusing the dog, the 11-year-old refuses to return the runaway to its owner. Marty names the dog Shiloh and hopes to keep him hidden from both his family and Judd Travers. Marty struggles with his conscience as he tells lies to keep Shiloh a secret. When Shiloh is seriously injured and requires medical attention, Marty's secret is revealed. Although he is sorry for the trouble he has caused, Marty is not deterred from saving Shiloh. He strikes a bargain with Judd Travers, determined to keep the dog from being abused further. He will face some difficult choices as he learns about honesty, far-reaching consequences, his family, and himself.
Progeny Press' Shiloh English/Language Arts study guide provides your Middle School grade student with:
About the Author: Learn about Phyllis Reynolds Naylor, the award-winning author of Shiloh. Learn about her inspiration for writing this heartfelt story as well as other books she has written.
Background Information: Learn about the raising and lifestyle of hunting dogs, as well as the setting of West Virginia.
Vocabulary: Expand your vocabulary with engaging vocabulary activities. Learn key terms used throughout the story to improve retention and deepen your understanding.
Literary Techniques: Examine the storytelling elements that make Shiloh an enduring classic. Learn techniques like point of view, setting, conflict, complications, climax, resolution, and theme. Explore how similes and contextual word usage enhance the narrative's depth and emotional impact.
Moral Lessons and Character Values: Dig into and discuss important life lessons woven into the story, including lying and dishonesty, justifying wrongdoing, swearing, and the struggle for justice. Examine the importance of authority, peace, and doing what is right, even when it’s hard.
Activities and Writing Assignments: Make your ELA studies more fun and engaging with these fun activities! Create maps, discuss animal rights, explore themes of loyalty and courage, and solve crossword puzzles. Write about the significance of names, discuss life in West Virginia, or explore the enduring bond between humans and dogs.
Suggestions for Further Reading: Continue reading with more books by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor and other heartwarming stories about courage, loyalty, and the relationship between humans and animals.
All of Progeny Press' Language Arts unit lessons are written from a Christian worldview!
Features and Benefits of a Progeny Press ELA study guide
Printed Workbook Format
- Large 8.5x11 format is convenient to read and easy on Middle School student's eyes
- Every question in our novel unit study has plenty of whitespace for middle school level student answers
- Encourages neat and clean handwriting practice
- Easily transports without the need for a laptop or other expensive equipment
- Provides a permanent record of the middle school student’s work
- Complete, removable answer key included for the teacher to make grading simple!
CD Format
- Contains the complete study guide in universally compatible PDF format (works on Mac AND Windows)
- No costly software purchases necessary
- PDf files open in the FREE Adobe Reader program.
Note: Mobile devices may require an alternative app that supports and saves fillable form fields and interactive features. - Upgraded, fillable form fields allow the student the opportunity to complete their work on the computer, saving you printing costs
- Conveniently print what you need, when you need it:
- Print the whole ELA study guide at once
- Print single literature lessons or pages as the student completes them
- Print multiple copies of the entire curriculum study guide for classroom sets
- PDF format makes it easy to use with multiple students
- Complete answer key PDF file included for the teacher to make grading simple!
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!
