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The most famous climbers of Mount Everest could never have made it to the summit without the assistance of the local Sherpa. Christine Taylor-Butler's nonfiction children's book Sacred Mountain: Everest is the focus of an extensive classroom reading guide, which includes background information, discussion questions, reading activities, and differentiation options.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use during a focus on nonfiction and informational text
- Pair with a lesson on world religions and/or native traditions
Classroom Considerations
- Requires a class set of the book; if a class set is not available, have one copy available for each literature circle
- Reading level for the book is 4th grade and up
Pros
- Provides a list of ideas for interdisciplinary connections, including social studies, math, economics, science, and art
- Includes teacher tips for inclusion in state test preparation and during Asian American Heritage Month in May
Cons
- None