Description
A Swiss family is traveling to a new colony when their ship is blown off course in a six-day storm and runs aground near an uninhabited island. The father, mother, and their four sons escape the wrecked ship and make their way ashore to find that they are the only survivors of the wreck. Salvaging what resources they can from the wreck, the family begins carving out a solitary existence on the island, uncertain when or if a rescue ship will ever arrive.
Despite dangerous animals, torrential monsoons, and the loneliness of isolation, they face all their hardships with energy, ingenuity, and the knowledge that God is always with them. A Christian literature classic!
Teacher's Note: Swiss Family Robinson written in German by Johann David Wyss. It was translated in 1813 by Isabelle de Montolieu and subsequently to English by William H. G. Kingston, first published in 1879. We have written the guide based on the Yearling edition published by Random House. Alternative publications may vary.
Progeny Press' Swiss Family Robinson English/Language Arts curriculum provides your Middle School grade student with:
About the Author: Discover the life and legacy of Johann David Wyss, the creative mind behind Swiss Family Robinson. Learn how his personal experiences and generations after him shaped this timeless adventure.
Vocabulary: Expand your understanding of the elnglish language with engaging and interactive activities, using words direct from the story.
Literary Techniques: Explore the storytelling craftsmanship in The Swiss Family Robinson. Learn techniques like characterization, cause and effect, allusion, simile, metaphor, foreshadowing, and anthropomorphism. Understand the use of synonyms, antonyms, and literary contrivances. Analyze elements such as protagonist, antagonist, conflict, resolution, and overarching themes.
Moral Lessons and Character Values: Reflect on various moral issues and lessons, including themes of God’s help in our times of need, the power and importance of prayer, contentment with what we have, perseverance, and giving and receiving encouragement. Discuss values like honoring our parents, working diligently, trusting in God’s provision, maintaining optimism, and finding strength in independence and faith.
Activities and Writing Assignments: Bring additional depth and fun to your study with a variety of hands-on activities and creative assignments! Create research papers, study geography, or participate in discussion groups. Immerse yourself in sailing, botany, and journaling. Take on a group shipwreck project, express creativity through art, and deepen your understanding with field trips and movies related to the novel.
Suggestions for Further Reading: Extend your adventure with our curated reading list. Discover more books and movies that complement the themes, spirit, and excitement of Swiss Family Robinson by Johann David Wyss.
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!
