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Activities for Teaching A Long Walk to Water

I love teaching Linda Sue Park’s A Long Walk to Water because it’s such an accessible, engaging, and powerful text that provides the opportunity to practice so many essential ELA skills. This is one of the main reasons that it serves as our first whole-class novel unit in my 7th grade reading classroom. 

Because the text itself is easier to read, I use the novel as an opportunity to dig into advanced literary analysis skills that we will practice the rest of the school year. It’s also the perfect novel to pair with powerful essential questions and practice important speaking and listening skills through a variety of discussions. 

But the best part of our novel study ? It’s the lessons Salva and Nya teach us along the way. It’s the fact that my students walk away from this book as better humans. This book is powerful. 

But that also means it’s intimidating! How do you do a book like this justice? How do you make sure students walk away with both engagement and empathy, comprehension and connections, proficiency and perspectives? It’s challenging, but doable! For my fellow ELA teachers who want it all – mastery AND meaning – here are 10 of my favorite activities for teaching A Long Walk to Water.

1. PRE-READING LEARNING STATIONS

If you know me, then you know it’s no secret that I begin almost every single novel/unit with learning stations. Teaching A Long Walk to Water is no exception! Our pre-reading learning stations serve two purposes: to hook students before reading AND build essential background knowledge. During learning stations, students “get to know” Nya and Salva through key excerpts, learn about the setting and historical context, consider the impact of water on their lives, and more. These tasks prepare students for reading so that when we begin Chapter 1, everyone is engaged, confident, and curious to read more. You can check out these print/digital pre-reading learning stations HERE or in the unit bundle HERE.

2. PHOTO GALLERY ANALYSIS

After reading the first few chapters, students will have natural questions about the Dinka and Nuer cultures. To answer students’ questions and strengthen their understanding of the cultural context, I created a lesson to accompany a photo gallery from The Guardian. After reading about the Dinka tribe, students “closely” read the photos and captions to learn as much as they can about Dinka culture. Then, we discuss what we think are the most important details to keep in mind as we read. You can check out this photo gallery activity in the Ch. 1-6 activity pack HERE or in the unit bundle HERE.

3. POINT OF VIEW GROUP WORK

A Long Walk to Water is the perfect book to explore the development of point of view. After doing a simple Nya/Salva venn diagram with the first few chapters, I like to push my students’ thinking to the next level of analysis around chapters 8-9 (or whenever, really). I break students into groups and give them a chunk of the text & either Nya’s or Salva’s point of view. Then, students analyze how author Linda Sue Park develops the point of view in the specific chapters. This jigsaw work then leads into a great discussion where we can compare and contrast Nya’s and Salva’s point of view.

This work is challenging for students, but it helps to start these conversations earlier on in the novel so we gradually ramp up our level of analysis as we read. You can check out this point of view group work in the Ch. 7-12 activity pack HERE or in the unit bundle HERE.

4. CONFLICT PIE CHARTS

To scaffold the “interaction of story elements” standard, I created an activity that would help students analyze the conflict in A Long Walk to Water . Specifically, my secret goal was to help them discover the relationship between conflict and setting. Instead of telling them that, I let them figure it out on their own through “conflict pie charts,” an engaging twist on the typical, “What is the conflict?” question. For this activity, students must break down the sources of conflict into percentages/slices of a pie chart.

After completing this activity for both Nya and Salva, students are able to compare/contrast and realize that the setting is the main source of the conflict. This activity works well about halfway through the novel, because it scaffolds the more thorough analysis we’ll do with story elements later on in the text. You can check out this resource in the Ch. 7-12 activity pack HERE or in the unit bundle HE R E.

5. QUESTION TRAIL

If you’ve ever dreaded the monotony that can sneak up halfway through a novel unit, then a question trail is the activity for you! A question trail is an engaging, kinesthetic activity that takes students on an interactive “trail” of questions posted around the room. Each question answer (A, B, C, D) directs students to a different question “on the trail,” so if students answer each question correctly, they complete a full circuit. It sounds a little complicated, but I promise it’s easy once you try it! For more information on how to set up your own question, click HERE for a blog post or HERE for an editable template.

I created a question trail to review Chapters 1-12 of A Long Walk to Water before our quiz. This question trail is a great way to check in with students, see who is reading, who is comprehending, and who is critically thinking. You can check out the question trail in the Ch. 7-12 activity pack HERE or in the unit bundle HERE.

6. RESILIENCE NONFICTION

One of the most powerful takeaways from A Long Walk to Water is Salva’s astounding strength and resilience. We discuss this throughout the novel and analyze how Salva responds to the adversity around him, but it’s important for students to realize that resilience is a skill they, too, can practice. To help students see this and learn about the psychological relationship between adversity and strength, we read and discuss nonfiction about resilience. Not only does this reinforce themes of the book, but it gives students real strategies for overcoming adversity in their own lives. You can check out this resource in the Ch. 13-18 activity pack HERE or in the unit bundle HERE.

7. CHARACTER POSTCARD ACTIVITY

As we finish reading the book, one thing we analyze is the role of Nya’s character in the book, since she is a fictional character derived from the true stories of countless girls. This is one piece to the puzzle of hitting the standard of understanding how authors “use or alter history.” To scaffold this skill, students get into Nya’s point of view and compose postcards to Salva to thank him for the well.

It’s a simple but powerful activity that gets students thinking. Writing the postcards helps students connect to the character of Nya, imagine the ripple effect water would have on her life, and feel the impact of Salva’s accomplishments. This provides the perfect springboard for a whole-class discussion of Nya’s character, the final chapter, and Park’s choices as an author. You can check out this resource in the Ch. 13-18 activity pack HERE or in the unit bundle HERE.

8. POST-READING SPEED DISCUSSION

If you’ve ever finished reading an incredible novel with your student and then thought, “Now what?” then “speed discussion” is for you! Speed discussion is a speed-dating style discussion strategy in which students are paired up to discuss a variety of questions during quick rounds of discussion (1-2 minutes). Each round, students rotate to a different topic and peer. The magic of this activity is that it engages every single student Type here. You can check out this resource separately HERE or in the unit bundle HERE.

To learn more about various types of engaging, speed-dating style lessons, read my blog post HERE.

9. SOCRATIC SEMINAR

A Long Walk to Water is one of those books that deserves to be discussed at length! Like I mentioned earlier, it is possible to have it all: engagement and empathy, comprehension and connections, and proficiency and perspectives. And a Socratic Seminar, or student-led discussion, is the perfect culminating assessment with the power to offer it all. If you’ve never hosted a Socratic Seminar before, it’s a student-facilitated discussion, one where the students create questions, prepare notes, and lead the conversation. And if you’re already skeptical, it absolutely CAN be done with middle schoolers. Trust me! After 6 years of teaching high school, I was intimidated to try it in middle school, too, but it’s one of the most rewarding lessons I’ve ever taught! To learn more about how to facilitate a successful seminar, read my blog post HERE or head to my student-ready resource HERE.

10. “GOD GREW TIRED OF US” DOCUMENTARY ANALYSIS

If you teach A Long Walk to Water, I can’t recommend this enough! “God Grew Tired Of Us” is a documentary that follows three Sudanese “Lost Boys” as they leave refugee camps to resettle in America. The film does an excellent job showing the young men as they struggle to adjust to life in America. This perspective is one that my students seem to want more of after reading A Long Walk to Water.

To maximize this movie time, I give students film analysis questions that require them to think critically about the film, the director’s choices, and the connections to the novel. Last year, I did this at the very end of our entire unit, but this year, I am planning on showing this before our Socratic Seminar assessment, because it will give us even more to discuss. You can check out this resource HERE or in the unit bundle HERE.

I hope this helps you jump-start your lesson planning for A Long Walk to Water. Enjoy the book, and good luck teaching it! For more information on planning engaging novel units, you can read my blog post HERE .

Interested in the resources for teaching A Long Walk to Water ? Check out my jam-packed A Long Walk to Water unit bundle HERE.

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A Long Walk to Water is one of my favorite books to assign my kids in middle school because that is an age where I really try to expose my kids to lives different than their own. This short novel tells the true story of Salva Dut. His tale of escaping war in his Southern Sudan village, walking long distances, living in a refugee camp, and life in the United States are sure to hold everyone’s attention.

These ideas are the perfect addition to A Long Walk to Water lesson plans.

Typically, I assign this book around Thanksgiving. That is a time of year when we are focusing on things we are thankful for, but we often forget the things that seem so simple to us. However, this is a great book to read any time of the year. he subject matter provides important lessons year-round.

Family, food, clean water, and a safe place to lay our heads at night are not small things when you remember that we are fortunate to have these things.

A Long Walk to Water would also be a great choice for a language arts novel study, a social studies unit, or even read in book clubs.

Activities and Project Ideas

I love to combine hands-on activities with books whenever possible. It is a fun way to teach multiple subject areas at once. These activities and project ideas are a great addition to A Long Walk to Water lesson plans.

Locate the Countries On A Map

Many kids are not very familiar with the African countries of Sudan and Ethiopia. Help them locate the countries on a map or a globe. This helps them understand the magnitude of walking from Sudan to Ethiopia. The African continent is quite large!

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Water Pump Project

A portion of each chapter follows Nya’s story. She is an adolescent girl from South Sudan who travels to gather water for her family. Each day she spends the majority of her time walking to and from the water source. Eventually, her village receives a water pump. This is absolutely life-changing!

Learn more about water pumps with this water pump science project .

Take a Long Walk

The Lost Boys of Sudan walked for over 1,000 miles. That is an amazing feat! It can be really hard to imagine what that would feel like.

Challenge your kids to walk a set distance and imagine multiplying it to reach 1,000 miles. I asked my son to walk 2 miles. Then he imagined completing that walk 500 times . . . without guaranteed food . . . and without loving adult supervision.

This is one of my favorite activities to include in A Long Walk to Water lesson plans because it is quite sobering. It makes a big impact.

Discussion Questions

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• Ages and grade: Ages 10 – 14 years and grades 5th – 9th. Publication date: 10/04/2011. Subject: People & places – Africa, historical – general, children…
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Discussion questions are a great way to help students develop critical thinking skills. The author, Linda Sue Park, put together a free PDF full of fantastic A Long Walk to Water discussion questions to accompany the book. Who better to create discussion questions than the author?

This PDF file includes:

• Pre-writing activities
• Discussion questions
• Post-reading activity
• Curricular activities

I asked a few questions while my son was reading to check for comprehension. After he finishes the book we will have a snack and discuss the book. He is always willing to stay at the table and chat as long as there is food available.

Here are a few additional discussion questions for A Long Walk to Water.

• What are a few character traits to describe Salva?
• How would you summarize Salva’s story?
• What was your opinion of the end of the book?

TedX Videos

There are two TedX videos that are a great part of A Long Walk to Water lesson plans.

I Kept Walking by Salva Dut

A Long Walk to Water focuses on the journey of Salva Dut, so I appreciated the opportunity to hear about the walk directly from him. He is truly inspiring.

My son knew this novel was a true story, but being able to see the main character and hear him describe his ordeal really made it much more concrete.

Can A Children’s Book Change the World? by Linda Sue Park

Linda Sue Park is the author of A Long Walk to Water. She helped bring Salva Dut’s story to children everywhere.

This TedX talk explains why children’s books are an important way to teach empathy and be the spark for real lasting change.

Additional Reading

Brothers in Hope: The Story of the Lost Boys of Sudan by Mary Williams

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• Hardcover Book
• Mary Williams (Author)

Brothers in Hope is a picture book that tells about a young boy who becomes one of the Lost Boys of Sudan. The 8-year-old is tending the cattle at his family home when war breaks out. He flees the country on foot with thousands of other young children.

Nya’s Long Walk: A Step at a Time by Linda Sue Park

• Park, Linda Sue (Author)
• English (Publication Language)

This picture book, Nya’s Long Walk, tells the tale of Nya, the young lady in A Long Walk to Water who travels a great distance every day to bring water to her family. This is a quick read.

I assigned this book to my son while he was reading A Long Walk to Water, but it would also be a great book to read to young children.

The Water Princess by Susan Verde

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This picture book tells the true story of Georgie Badiel, affectionately known as Princess Gie Gie. This young girl loves her home in Burkina Faso, but walking miles each day is a hardship. The water is so necessary, but so far away.

Additional Resources for A Long Walk to Water Lesson Plans

Water for South Sudan, the organization started by Salva, contains a ton of fantastic A Long Walk to Water lesson plans . You will find:

• Google Earth map of Salva’s route
• Engineering project idea
• Teacher’s Guide

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A Long Walk to Water Writing Prompts: Reflect on Thematic Concepts

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Are you looking for an engaging way to explore the powerful themes in the novel “A Long Walk to Water” by Linda Sue Park? Look no further! In this article, we offer a collection of thought-provoking writing prompts that will encourage you to reflect on the thematic concepts portrayed in this captivating story. Whether you’re a student seeking inspiration for an essay or a book lover wishing to delve deeper into the narrative, these prompts will guide you on a journey of introspection and exploration. Join us as we unravel the profound lessons of resilience, hope, and the indomitable spirit of humanity found within the pages of “A Long Walk to Water.

Key Aspects of Resilience Explored:

Unearthing hope and survival: exploring the theme of courage in the novel, the impact of water: understanding the theme of sustenance in a long walk to water, navigating adversity: analyzing the theme of determination in the story, the importance of education: reflecting on the theme of empowerment in a long walk to water, frequently asked questions, the way forward, the power of resilience: examining the theme of perseverance in a long walk to water.

A Long Walk to Water, written by Linda Sue Park, beautifully captures the essence of resilience and perseverance through the intertwining narratives of Nya and Salva. This powerful novel explores the challenges faced by these two individuals, both separated by time and geography, but connected by their unwavering determination to overcome adversity.

Throughout the story, the theme of perseverance reveals itself in various forms. Nya, a young girl from South Sudan, demonstrates unparalleled resilience as she embarks on daily treacherous journeys to fetch water for her family. Her commitment to this arduous task in the face of extreme hardship serves as an inspiring representation of determination and unwavering strength. Similarly, Salva, a Sudanese refugee, exhibits remarkable resilience as he navigates through a war-torn country, searching for safety and ultimately establishing the non-profit organization, Water for South Sudan.

• Endurance: The characters in A Long Walk to Water demonstrate extraordinary endurance, both physically and emotionally. Their ability to persist despite overwhelming obstacles serves as a testament to the human spirit.
• Hope: A crucial aspect of resilience is the unwavering belief that things can and will get better. The unwavering hope displayed by Nya and Salva in the face of unimaginable circumstances drives them to keep pushing forward.
• Adaptability: The characters learn to adapt to their surroundings and make the most of limited resources. Their ability to think on their feet and find innovative ways to overcome challenges highlights the importance of adaptability in the face of adversity.

In this captivating novel, the theme of courage takes center stage, intertwining with the human spirit in moments of despair and triumph. The author masterfully crafts a narrative that delves into the depths of the characters’ souls, unearthing the remarkable courage that allows them to face formidable challenges in their lives. Through vivid descriptions and compelling storytelling, readers are taken on a journey of resilience and bravery.

• Braving the Unknown: The novel follows the protagonist as they embark on an uncertain path, facing a world filled with danger and uncertainty. Their willingness to confront the unknown with unwavering courage becomes an inspiration for readers.
• Overcoming Adversity: Each character in the novel is presented with their own unique set of obstacles and setbacks. However, it is through acts of courage that they rise above their circumstances, transforming their struggles into opportunities for growth and redemption.
• Facing Inner Demons: Beyond the external challenges, the theme of courage also explores the characters’ journeys in confronting their own fears and insecurities. Through introspection and self-reflection, they find the strength to conquer their inner demons.

This remarkable novel leaves a lasting impact on readers as it celebrates the indomitable spirit of humanity. It serves as a testament to the power of courage, reminding us that even in the darkest moments, hope can be unearthed, and survival can be achieved. Through its thought-provoking exploration of the theme, the novel encourages readers to reflect on their own lives and find the courage to face their own challenges.

In the novel A Long Walk to Water , water plays a pivotal role in the lives of the characters, emphasizing the theme of sustenance throughout the story. The author masterfully highlights how access, or lack thereof, to clean water impacts not only an individual’s survival but also their community and future generations. Through the journeys of Nya and Salva, the readers gain a profound understanding of the significance of water in their lives and the lasting effects it can have.

Firstly, the scarcity of water in the novel serves as a catalyst for the characters’ journeys and hardships. Living in a war-torn region with dry and arid lands, both Nya and Salva are forced to endure long walks in search of water sources. Their struggles to quench their thirst and find sustenance in the harsh desert environment serve as a reminder of the dire consequences that result from the lack of clean water. The vivid descriptions of the characters’ physical suffering and relentless determination highlight the inextricable link between water and survival.

• Water symbolizes hope and resilience throughout the novel, as Salva’s unwavering determination to find water mirrors his refusal to give up in the face of adversity.
• The contrast between the two storylines, set decades apart, underscores the lasting impact water access has on communities, as seen through the eventual construction of wells in Nya’s village.
• The repeated motif of water emphasizes the universal need for sustenance, making the book relatable to readers of all backgrounds and cultures.

In conclusion, A Long Walk to Water brilliantly explores the theme of sustenance through the lens of water. This compelling novel sheds light on the harsh realities faced by those living in water-deprived areas and highlights the profound impact water has on individuals and communities. Through the author’s vivid storytelling, readers are encouraged to reflect on the importance of water as a source of life and the dire consequences of its scarcity, fostering a greater understanding and empathy for those who face this daily struggle around the world.

In this captivating tale, the theme of determination shines through as the protagonist battles against insurmountable odds. With each obstacle placed in their path, their unwavering resolve becomes increasingly evident. Through careful analysis, we can delve deeper into the various elements that showcase the theme of determination in this remarkable story.

1. Character Development: The protagonist’s transformation throughout the narrative highlights their determination. Initially portrayed as timid and uncertain, they gradually evolve into a resilient individual who refuses to yield. Their progress serves as a testament to determination’s ability to shape and strengthen one’s character.

2. Perseverance in the Face of Challenges: As the story unfolds, it becomes apparent that determination drives the protagonist to push beyond their comfort zone. No matter the magnitude of the hurdles they encounter, from physical limitations to emotional setbacks, their unyielding spirit propels them forward. It is through their unwavering determination that they develop a heightened resilience and the ability to overcome even the most formidable challenges.

In the novel A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park, the theme of empowerment through education shines brightly. The author portrays the transformative power of education through the journeys of two protagonists, Nya and Salva. Through their stories, Park shows how education becomes the cornerstone for personal growth, emancipation, and making a difference in one’s community.

Education plays a pivotal role in empowering individuals by equipping them with knowledge and skills that pave the way for a brighter future. In A Long Walk to Water, Nya’s determination to attend school demonstrates the importance of education as a tool for breaking the cycle of poverty. By receiving an education, Nya gains the ability to read, write, and calculate, enabling her to contribute to her community’s development. Furthermore, education opens doors to endless opportunities, allowing individuals like Salva to rise above the challenges they face. Salva’s pursuit of an education not only gives him a purpose but also empowers him to become a leader and make a lasting impact through establishing the water project.

• Education provides individuals with knowledge and skills for personal growth.
• It helps break the cycle of poverty and empowers individuals to contribute to their communities.
• Education opens doors to opportunities and enables individuals to make a difference.

The theme of empowerment through education in A Long Walk to Water serves as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of knowledge. It emphasizes the importance of equal access to education for all, regardless of their circumstances. Through the characters of Nya and Salva, Linda Sue Park showcases the immense impact education can have on an individual’s life, their community, and ultimately, their ability to shape a better future. This poignant portrayal encourages us to recognize the significance of education in empowering ourselves and others, inspiring us to take action to ensure its accessibility to all.

Q: What are some writing prompts to reflect on the thematic concepts of the book “A Long Walk to Water”? A: There are several thought-provoking writing prompts to explore the thematic concepts of “A Long Walk to Water.” Here are a few:

1. In the novel, both Salva and Nya face immense challenges and hardships. Discuss the theme of resilience and how it is portrayed in their respective stories. How do their experiences demonstrate the transformative power of resilience?

2. One of the major themes in the book is survival. Explore how Salva and Nya’s struggles to survive in their harsh environments shape their characters. How do their actions and decisions reflect their determination to endure?

3. Throughout the narrative, the importance of hope is exemplified. Reflect on the theme of hope and its significance in the lives of the characters. How does hope influence their daily lives, their outlook on the future, and their ability to overcome obstacles?

4. The book highlights the impact of water scarcity on communities in South Sudan. Discuss the theme of water as a symbol of life and its significance in the novel. How does water shape the characters’ lives, relationships, and motivations?

5. Another theme explored is the power of education as a tool for change. Analyze how education plays a crucial role in Salva’s journey and the development of his character. How does education empower individuals to transform their circumstances and make positive contributions to their communities?

6. The author, Linda Sue Park, alternates between two different perspectives in the book. Reflect on the theme of interconnectedness and how this narrative technique enhances the reader’s understanding of the characters and their shared experiences.

7. Discrimination and conflict are prevalent themes in “A Long Walk to Water.” Explore the ways in which these themes are depicted in the novel and discuss the consequences they have on individuals and communities. How does unity and empathy help overcome these challenges?

8. Reflect on the theme of family and community in the novel. Discuss how strong familial ties and the support of a community provide solace and motivation for the characters. How do these relationships shape their identities and their ability to endure hardships?

Remember, these writing prompts are intended to help you delve deeper into the thematic concepts of “A Long Walk to Water” and foster critical thinking . Feel free to explore these themes in any way that resonates with you while using the examples and events from the book to support your reflections.

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A Long Walk to Water

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Welcome to the LitCharts study guide on Linda Sue Park's A Long Walk to Water . Created by the original team behind SparkNotes, LitCharts are the world's best literature guides.

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Historical Context of A Long Walk to Water

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• Full Title: A Long Walk to Water
• When Written: 2009-2010
• Where Written: Chicago, Illinois and Rochester, New York
• When Published: Fall 2010
• Literary Period: 21st century fictionalized biography
• Genre: Historical fiction (part of the book is based on the true story of Salva Dun, but Park emphasizes that the book has been fictionalized in parts)
• Setting: Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya, United States
• Climax: The death of Uncle Jewiir
• Antagonist: Poverty, warfare
• Point of View: Third person limited; the book cuts back and forth between the perspectives of the two main characters, Salva and Nya

Extra Credit for A Long Walk to Water

A successful nonprofit. Salva’s organization, Water for South Sudan, is a real nonprofit organization; to date, it has built over three hundred wells throughout the Sudanese region.

How to Teach A Long Walk to Water

Are you wondering how to teach the novel, A Long Walk to Water with grades 4, 5 6 students? Here are some ideas to incorporate into your A Long Walk to Water unit. 

This novel, written by Linda Sue Park, describes Salva Dut’s journey as he goes from refugee to savior in Sudan, Africa. It is a heartwarming story of perseverance and hope. It is a unique novel in that part of the story is fictional, and part of it is nonfiction. 

A Long Walk to Water takes the story of two rival tribes and shows how they can come together for a common goal. 

How to Teach A Long Walk to Water to Your Students

Prereading activities for a long walk to water unit.

My Great Grandmother’s Gourd :

This picture book gives students a sense of Sudan’s setting, climate, and culture.

In this paired text FREEBIE , students will be given vocabulary terms and two worksheets that will assess comprehension and connect to the novel. Students will walk away with a greater understanding of how people interact with one another in Sudan.

Webquest Activity :

This activity is great to use with your students BEFORE teaching the novel; however, there are benefits to also using with during the novel.

The WebQuest links will expose students to the

• Salva’s journey.

Using Google maps to explore and see real pictures of the geography of Sudan and Africa gives students a better understanding of the conflicts and problems they are dealing with. 

A Long Walk to Water Teaching Resources

Chapter Organizers : Depending on how much time I have to teach this unit will determine which materials I will use. A packet containing guided reading questions is helpful when we have time to delve into making predictions and drawing conclusions from the text.

Other times, I will use these chapter organizers. Graphic organizers allow students to quickly summarize important plot events, conflicts, and details from Salva and Nya’s storylines.

Students can use these organizers for upcoming assessments or use them for a culminating project .  

Review Activities for Your A Long Walk to Water Unit

Review Activity :

Available in both digital and printable forms helps to quickly and effectively summarize character traits from Nya and Salva, setting, conflict, and theme while teaching A Long Walk to Water .

My students love flipbooks because it is a way for them to quickly and effectively summarize information. They also like them because they can use them as a review for an assessment.

I like that it is an authentic way to review the story elements with students. Being able to use an engaging novel helps to assess their knowledge of both concepts.  

Assessing Student Knowledge of Your A Long Walk to Water Unit

Assessments :

While reading A Long Walk to Water , it is a good idea to assess students several times throughout the novel.

Assessments include

• multiple-choice,
• short answer,
• and extended response questions.

In addition to a traditional test or quiz, units include

• project ideas,
• an essay on the theme,
• and a one-pager assignment.

Typically, I would not use ALL of the assessments with the students but pick and choose which will work best. I decided to skip some of the chapter quizzes for some years as they could hold up the story.

Depending on the class,  assign a thematic essay or a one-pager activity .

Often, I find that these alternative assessments can give me a better understanding of the student than traditional tests or quizzes show. 

If you are teaching A Long Walk to Water this year with your students and would like READY-MADE materials at your fingertips, check out my novel study that has everything you need to teach your students about character, plot, setting, and theme to your upper elementary and middle school students. 

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I love teaching Linda Sue Park’s A Long Walk to Water because it’s so an accessible, hiring, real strong text that provides the opportunity to practice so many essential ELA special. Save is one of the main justification that it serves as our first whole-class novel unit in my 7th grade reading classroom. 

Because the text i belongs easier to read, I use aforementioned novel as an opportunity to dig into progressed erudite analysis skills that we will practice the reset of the school year. It’s also the perfect novel to two with powerful essential questions and practice vital talking and listening skills through a variety of discussions.  AN Long Go To Water Teaching Resources | TPT

But the highest part of our different study ? It’s the lessons Salva and No teach us along the way. It’s the fact that my students march away from this book as better humanity. This book is powerful. 

But that also medium it’s overawing! How do to do an order please save judgment? Instructions do they build sure students walk away with both engagement and empathy, comprehension plus connections, proficiency and viewpoints? It’s challenge, nevertheless doable! For my fellow ELA teachers who want he see – mastery AND meaning – here are 10 of may popular activities for classes A Long Walk to Soak.

1. PRE-READING LEARNING STATIONS

If you know me, after you know it’s no secret so ME begin almost every single novel/unit with scholarship stations. Teaching A Long Walk to Water is no exception! Unsere pre-reading learning stations serve two purposes: to hooks college before reading AND make essential background know. During learn stages, students “get at know” Yes and Salva through key excerpts, learn about the setting and historical context, watch the impact of soak on their lives, and more. These responsibilities prepare collegiate with reading so that when we begin Chapter 1, everyone exists hiring, confident, and strange to read show. You bottle check out these print/digital pre-reading learning stations HERE or in the unit bundle HERE.

2. PICTURES GALLERY ANALYSIS

After reading this first few chapters, students will have natural questions about the Dinka and Nuer cultures. To answer students’ related and strengthen their understanding of the cultural context, I created a lesson to accompany ampere photo gallery from The Guardian. Afterwards reading about the Dinka clan, students “closely” read the photos and captions to learn as much as they can about Dinka business. Then, we discuss what us think are and most important details to keep in mind as ours read. You can check out this photo gallery activity included to Ch. 1-6 activity packaging HERE or in the element bundle HERE.

3. POINT OF VIEW BUNCH LABOUR

A Long Walk at Water is the perfect book to find of product of point of view. To doing a simple Nya/Salva venn diagram with the first few chapters, I like to push my students’ mind to the next level of analysis around chapters 8-9 (or when, really). I brake graduate into groups or donate them a chunk of the text & either Nya’s or Salva’s point of view. Following, our analyze how article Linda Suit Park develops the score of view include the specific chapters. This jigsaw work after leads into a great discussion where we can compare and contrast Nya’s and Salva’s point are view.

This worked is challenging for students, but it helps to start these conversations earlier on for and novel so we gradually ramp up our level in investigation when we read. You can check outwards this point of view group work in the A. 7-12 activity pack HERE or in the unit bundle GO.

4. CONFLICT PIE MAPS

In scaffold this “interaction of story elements” standard, I created an action that would help students analyze the conflict in A Long Walks to Water . Specifically, my secret goal what to help them discover the relationship betw conflict additionally setting. Instead of telling them that, I let she figure it out upon their own through “conflict pie charts,” an engaging twist turn the characteristics, “What is the conflict?” question. For this activity, students required break downhearted the sources of conflict into percentages/slices of a pie chart.

After completing this occupation for both Nya and Salva, students are able to compare/contrast and implement is the setting is the main source of the conflict. This activity works now about halfway through who novel, because it scaffolds the more thorough investigation we’ll do for company elements later on in the text. You can check unfashionable all resource in the Ch. 7-12 operation pack HERE or in the unit bundle HE R E.

5. ENTER TRAIL

Are you’ve ever dreaded of monotony that can crawl go halfway thanks a novel unit, after a question trail can the activity for you! A question trail is at engaging, kinesthetic activity that will academics go an interactive “trail” of questions posted around the room. Each issue answer (A, B, C, D) directs students to a different answer “on and trail,” to if students answered each question right, they complete a complete circuit. It sounds adenine minor complicated, but I pledge it’s easy once you try it! For more info on whereby to set go yours own question, click HIER for a blog position instead SIEHE for an editable template.

I created a question trail to review Chapters 1-12 of A Long Walk to Water before is quiz. This question trail is a great way to check stylish are our, see who is vortrag, who can comprehending, and who is critically thinking. You can check out the question trail by the Ch. 7-12 activity pack HERE or in the unit parcel HERE.

6. RESILIENCE NONFICTION

One concerning the most performance outcomes from A Lang Run to Water is Salva’s astounding strength and resilience. We discuss this throughout the novel and analyze how Salva responds to the adversity around he, but it’s important for students into realize is resilience is a skilled they, too, can practice. To promote our see this press learn about the psychologist relationship between trouble and strength, we read and chat nonfiction about resilience. Nay only does this reinforce themes of the book, but it bestows students real procedures for overcoming adversity in their own living. Thee ability check out diese resource in the Ch. 13-18 activity pack HERE otherwise in the unit bundle HERE.

7. CHARACTER POSTCARD ACTIVITY

As we finish reading to book, one thing wealth study is the player of Nya’s character in the get, since daughter is a fictional font derived from which right stories of countless female. This is one piece to the puzzle of hits the standard of understanding how authors “use alternatively changing history.” To stand this skill, students get into Nya’s matter of view and compose postcards to Salva to thank him for one well.

It’s a simple but powerful activity so gets students thinking. Writing the postcards helps students connect to the character the Nya, imaginary the ripple effect drink wouldn have on her lifetime, also feel the impact of Salva’s accomplishments. This provides the perfection springboard for a whole-class discussion of Nya’s character, the permanent chapter, real Park’s choices like an author. You can review outward this finding in the C. 13-18 recently pack HERE either in who unit bundling HERE.

8. POST-READING SPEED DISCUSSION

If you’ve ever finished reading an unbelievable novelists with your student and then thought, “Now what?” then “speed discussion” is for they! Speed discussion is a speed-dating style discuss strategy in which students are paired up in discuss a variety of questions during quick rounds from discussion (1-2 minutes). Each round, pupils rotating up one separate topic real peer. The zauber of this occupation be which it engages every single student Type here. You can curb out this resource separately CHECK or in the component bundle HERE.

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9. SOCRATIC SEMINAR

A Long Walk into Water is one of that my such deserves toward be discussed at length! Like I above earlier, it is possibles to have computer all: engagement and empathy, comprehension or connectors, and proficiency the perspectives. And an Socratic Technical, or student-led discussion, is the consummate culminating assessment use the power to offer it all. If you’ve never hosted a Socratic Seminar before, it’s a student-facilitated discussion, one where the students create questions, prepare take, plus lead the say. And if you’re have sceptical, it absolutely CAN is done with middle schoolers. Trust me! After 6 years of teaching high school, I was intimidated to try it in center school, too, but it’s the of to most rewarding class I’ve ever taught! To learn more about how to facilitate an successful seminar, read my blog poster HERE or head toward my student-ready resource HERE.

10. “GOD GREW TIRED OF US” DOCUMENTARY ANALYSIS

Is you teach AN Long Running to Water, I can’t recommend this sufficiency! “God Grew Spent Of Us” is a documentary that follows three Sudanese “Lost Boys” as they left refugee storing to resettle on America. An film executes an super job showing the young men as they struggle to adjust to life in Us. Such perspective is one that my pupils seem until wish more of after reading A Large Walk to Drink.

To maximize this movie start, I give students watch evaluation questions that require them to think critically about the film, the director’s choices, and the connect into the novel. Last year, ME performed this at the very end of our entire unit, not this year, I am planning on showing this before and Socratic Clinic assessment, because he will give us even extra to discuss. You able check out this resource HERE or in the unit bundle HERE.

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• RL.7.3 , RL.7.6 , L.7.4 , L.7.4a

Supporting Standards:  These are the standards that are incidental—no direct instruction in this lesson, but practice of these standards occurs as a result of addressing the focus standards.

• RL.7.1 , RL.7.4 , RL.7.10 , SL.7.1 , L.7.6
• I can identify strategies to answer selected response questions.
• I can analyze how the setting shapes the characters and plot in chapters 1 and 2 of A Long Walk to Water . ( RL.7.1 , RL.7.3 )
• I can explain how the author developed Salva's and Nya's points of view of life in chapter 2 of A Long Walk to Water . ( RL.7.1 , RL.7.6 )
• Opening A: Entrance Ticket: Unit 1, Lesson 3 ( L.7.4a )
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• Closing and Assessment A: Point of View anchor chart ( RL.7.6 )
• Create anchor charts (and handout versions for students to complete to increase focus, ownership, and engagement) for Strategies to Answer Selected Response Questions, Learning Targets, and Setting/Characters/Plot, and Point of View.
• Post the learning targets and applicable anchor charts (see Materials list).

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• Opening A: Online or print dictionaries (including ELL and home language dictionaries) as necessary
• Work Time A: Audiobook version of A Long Walk to Water as an option for fluent reading
• Work Time B: Digital sticky notes for gist to support engagement and organization. Word processor for QuickWrite for engagement and support.

Supports guided in part by CA ELD Standards 7.I.B.6, 7.I.B.7, 7.I.B.8, 7.II.B.3, and 7.II.B.4.

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• To support ELLs, this lesson introduces anchor charts for analyzing setting, character, plot, and point of view and provides a Think-Pair-Share protocol for discussing how setting shapes character.
• ELLs may find the terms setting and point of view challenging if they have not heard them before in English, but the guided discussion of these terms in the lesson should help them to become more familiar with these terms.
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• Equity sticks (from Unit 1, Lesson 1, Opening A)
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• Work to Become Ethical People anchor chart (example for teacher reference) (from Unit 1, Lesson 2, Opening B)
• Text Guide: A Long Walk to Water (for teacher reference) (from Unit 1, Lesson 2, Work Time A)
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• Vocabulary logs (one per student; from Unit 1, Lesson 2, Opening A)
• A Long Walk to Water (text; one per student; from Unit 1, Lesson 1, Work Time C)
• Entrance Ticket: Unit 1, Lesson 3 (answers for teacher reference)
• Strategies to Answer Selected Response Questions anchor chart (example for teacher reference)
• Strategies to Answer Selected Response Questions anchor chart (one for display; co-created during Opening B)
• Setting/Characters/Plot anchor chart (example for teacher reference)
• Setting/Characters/Plot anchor chart (co-created during Work Time B)
• QuickWrite: Setting Shapes Character and Plot in A Long Walk to Water (example for teacher reference)
• Point of View anchor chart (example for teacher reference)
• Point of View anchor chart (one for display; co-created during Closing and Assessment A)
• Entrance Ticket: Unit 1, Lesson 3 (one per student)
• Synopsis: A Long Walk to Water , Chapter 2 (one per student)
• Sticky notes (one of each gist color per student)
• QuickWrite: Setting Shapes Character and Plot in  A Long Walk to Water  (one per student and one for display)
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"A Long Walk to Water" is written in the third person, and is written from either Nya's or Salva's point of view, depending which of the two stories is being told. In the final chapter of the novel the two storylines come together, and the point of view is Nya's. Either Nya or Salva is at the center of every scene in the novel, and the action and events in the story are presented as they are seen and experienced by these two main characters. Nya's and Salva's thoughts and feelings are continually presented by the author and this allows the reader to better understand what they are going through and also helps to make the reader care about what happens to them.

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