The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle by Avi
Lesson plans and teaching resources

Analysis of the plot.

In these activities, students explore the jargon of various professions. They also research ships and social roles of the 1800s.

Analysis of symbols in the novel.

Focusing on a theme of breaking traditional gender roles, this site offers theme openers, crosscurricular activities, and research assignments.

A variety of activities to support the novel.

Suggestions for related readings and a link to a study guide. The study guide requires Adobe Reader.

Summary, booktalk, 14 discussion questions, and ideas for snacks.

Extensive suggestions for post-reading activities.

A Reader's Theater excerpt for 13 voices. Adobe Reader required for access.

The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle . Adobe Reader required for these resources.

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  Author biography, background information, character list, vocabulary words.
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  Students list sensory details and analyze suffixes.
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  Students work with suspense and vocabulary.
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  Students analyze characters traits of three main characters and work with prefixes.
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  Students work with outlining and summarizing. They also work with vocabulary.
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  Students analyze 3 characters.
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  Students find examples of internal and external conflict.
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  Students analyze suspense at the end of specific chapters.
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  5 discussion questions and 4 post-reading activities.
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  10 questions.

Interviews and transcripts.