Jim Writes Home From the Island
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Jim Writes Home From the Island" is written for 7th Grade (Ages 12-13), and it covers Common Core W.7.3. A 6th grader who is already steady on novel studies can use it too, and an older student can use it as a short review.
2 pages in this set
7th grade reading worksheet: write a letter home in Jim Hawkins's voice after the shore adventure in Chapter XIII of Treasure Island. Answer key included. Part of our Treasure Island novel studies collection. Aligned to Common Core standards.
How do I use this worksheet?
Use the pre-reading sheet before starting the book and the discussion sheets as chapters are read. Check answers with the key.
What students will practice
- Students will list 4 events from the passage and the feeling each one shows.
- Students will write about 100 words to Jim's mother in his voice.
- Students will check their letter against the steps on the page.
Treasure Island Pre-Reading Predictions
Treasure Island Discussion, A Visitor at the Inn
Treasure Island Discussion, The Apple Barrel
Treasure Island Discussion, Jim Faces the Pirates
Treasure Island Response, The Treasure Comes Home
Treasure Island, Book Versus Stage Script
Quote Response, Long John Silver
Treasure Island, Two Crews Compared
Curriculum Links
Common Core State Standards
Writing · 7th Grade
Standard: Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.
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FAQ
How do I use this Treasure Island worksheet?
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Use the pre-reading sheet before starting the book and the discussion sheets as chapters are read. Check answers with the key.
What does this worksheet teach?
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Write a letter home in Jim Hawkins's voice after the shore adventure in Chapter XIII of Treasure Island. The directions on the page read: Read the passage and notice how Jim feels. Then complete Steps 1 to 3 on page 2. An answer key is included.
Can I use this Treasure Island worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for 7th grade novel studies, and it works the same at home or at school. At home, a student can work through it alone and then go over it with you, which shows quickly what is solid and what needs another look. In class it works as independent practice, homework or a warm-up, and you can print one copy or a full set.
How many Treasure Island worksheets are there?
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There are 9, and all have answer keys.
Do students need the book?
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Each worksheet prints its passage, so students can answer from the page. The pre-reading sheet works before the book is read.
What do students do?
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They predict, discuss scenes with quotes, compare the book with a stage script and write a letter in Jim's voice.
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Worksheet Details
| Grade | 7th Grade |
| Subject | Reading |
| Topic | Novel Studies |
| Standard | W.7.3 |
| Pages | 2 pages |
| Difficulty | Medium |
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Treasure Island Pre-Reading Predictions
Treasure Island Discussion, A Visitor at the Inn
Treasure Island Discussion, The Apple Barrel
Treasure Island Discussion, Jim Faces the Pirates
Treasure Island Response, The Treasure Comes Home
Treasure Island, Book Versus Stage Script
Quote Response, Long John Silver
Treasure Island, Two Crews Compared