Lucky Leprechauns: A Leprechaun Close Reading Packet
This instructive close reading packet delves into the myths and stories surrounding leprechauns, the legendary Irish folk creatures renowned for their mischievous ways and illusive pots of wealth. It is appropriate for studying the cultural significance of leprechauns, how they are portrayed in literature and the media, and how they fit into Irish mythology. It is meant to be used in language arts and cultural studies courses. Parts on the origins and development of leprechaun tales (Leprechaun Tales), their traits and cultural symbolism (Tiny Tricksters), the stories of their elusive gold (Gold Finders), the magical elements connected to them (Green Magic), and a variety of tales and interpretations from diverse cultures (Leprechaun Tales) comprise the packet’s main feature. Students’ understanding of folklore and cultural traditions can be expanded through the activities, comprehension questions, and creative writing challenges included in this packet. It is especially pertinent during mythology and folklore study courses or during St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.
These close reading comprehension passages are the perfect no-prep, standards-based, and high interest way to strengthen your students’ close reading skills!
Short on time to teach? This print and go packet truly is for you! It has everything you need for a complete, successful informational text reading unit.
This Close reading set features:
Leprechauns
Lucky Leprechauns
Tiny Tricksters
Gold Finders
Green Magic
Leprechaun Tales
As they complete the close reading process, students will build comprehension by answering text-dependent questions.
Skills align with both the RI (Reading Informational Texts) and RL (Reading Literature) Common Core Standards
These passages can be used in the morning, at centers, as part of homework, with small groups, for extra learning with smart students, to help struggling students, or to get ready for tests.
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