Weasel book by cynthia defelice

Weasel chapters 1 and 2 discussion questions remember to cite textual evidence in your responses. They know something is wrong, but have no idea what to do about it. One of weasels victims is elevenyearold nathans pa. Set in ohio, in 1839, the book explores the concept of. Nathans father steps into a bear trap set by weasel, a former indian fighter, noted for his brutality, who has stayed near the banks of the ohio to prey on settlers after the shawnee have moved on. Weasel book by cynthia c defelice 4 available editions.

Weasel by cynthia c defelice, 9780780708983, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Dad heads out for a couple of hours to grab food and firewood and things like that, but soon turns there dad is gone for days. This longanticipated sequel to her novel weasel is a masterful adventure story, in. The intended audience for her novels is children of reading ages nine to twelve. Oct 31, 2008 in 1839, deep in the ohio woods, a boys life is changed forever by two people. Check out other great first lines from childrens literature with this free set of cards. Nathan does not feel as good about it as he thought he would, he even helped to bury him. Weasel has 4 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. But now that ive read the whole book iam so glad that i kept reading. We will explore the historical context of ohio in 1839 and learn about the harrowing journey of 11. Accessories such as cd, codes, toys, may not be included. It includes vocabulary and comprehension student work for chapters, along with a character analysis activity, and all answer keys.

Weasel by cynthia defelice 1991 this weeks book, weasel, is set in 1839 ohio. Sep 11, 2008 weasel by cynthia defelice is one of those great books for kids that i read to all five of my children. Weasel by cynthia defelice 1991, paperback for sale. Her books have been nominated for an edgar allan poe award and listed as american library association notable childrens books and bank street best childrens book of the year, among numerous other honors. Weasel paints a stark picture of ohio frontier life in 1839. This makes a perfect no prep book companion, and is great for wh.

How do you believe the setting is going to impact the characters. In 1839, deep in the ohio woods, a boys life is changed forever by two people. Nathan does not feel as good about it as he thought he would. Hobbs the ghost of cutler creek the ghost of fossil glen the light on hogback hill the ghost of poplar point lostmans river missing manatee. Her books have been nominated for an edgar allan poe award and listed as american library association notable childrens books and bank street best childrens books of the year, among numerous other honors.

Weasel, atheneum 1990, isbn 0027264572 1993 sequoyah book award winner. Like his namesake, the weasel, he hunts by night and sleeps by day, and he kills not because he is hungry, but for the sport of it. Listen to cynthia defelice read from her childrens book bringing ezra back. Defelice, including the ghost of fossil glen, and weasel, and more on. It is a school list book to read and it tells about frontier life with the indians. Cynthia defelice reads from her book bringing ezra back. Weasel by cynthia defelice is one of those great books for kids that i read to all five of my children. Check out all the wonderful young adult novels by cynthia defelice. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards.

Jun 19, 2017 weasel by cynthia defelice is a historical fiction novel after the removal act of 1830, the u. Mar 06, 2018 cynthia defelice reads from her book bringing ezra back duration. They will create a character profile that explains what a character does, says, and. Ala notable childrens book an american bookseller pick of the.

Eleven year old nathan and his younger sister molly have been waiting 6 days for their father to come back from hunting. Weasel by defelice, cynthia carol hursts childrens literature site. Nathan and molly catch a glimpse of the devilish man called weasel, whose treacherous deeds have terrified the settlers. If i was nathans age i would not be able to handle. How is weasle by cynthia defelice historical answers. Make an inference about why mamas locket is significant. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Cynthia c defelice alone in the frontier wilderness in the winter of 1839 while his father is recovering from an injury, elevenyearold nathan runs afoul of the renegade killer known as weasel and makes a surprising. Possible ex library copy, thatll have the markings and stickers associated from the library. The book called weasel, by cynthia defelice, is a jaw dropping mysterious book full of traveling and culture. Sep 23, 2016 weasel chapters 1 and 2 discussion questions remember to cite textual evidence in your responses. This lesson introduces the plot and characters of cynthia defelice s childrens novel weasel. My ten year old and i just read it this weekend, and he enjoyed it just as much as my oldest kids.

The apprenticeship of lucas whitaker bringing ezra back death at devils bridge devils bridge fort the ghost and mrs. I dont consider myself overly sensitive, its just a very graphic book. Weasel cynthia defelice paperback harpercollins publishers. What is the theme of weasel by cynthia defelice answers. The book succeeeds in building tension and revealing thoughtprovoking ideas about human frailties and the struggle to accept. Weasel cynthia defeclica author, jeff woodman narrator, recorded books publisher get audible free. When nathans father is attacked by weasel, nathan takes the law into his own hands. The name has haunted my sleep and made my awake hours uneasy for as long as i can remember.

This is a 5 page free sample from my common core aligned book study for weasel, by cynthia defelice. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. One of the main characters has had his tongue chopped off by weasel, which i found horrifying. In this lesson plan, youll help your students analyze the characters in the book weasel by cynthia defelice. Mind read it to me every night until done and i enjoyed listen to the story. Weasel by cynthia defelice is a historical fiction novel after the removal act of 1830, the u.

Click to read more about weasel by cynthia defelice. Novel study weasel by cynthia defelice instructure. Weasel by cynthia defelice and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. May 19, 2010 weasel by cynthia defelice wednesday, may 19, 2010. In a story set 150 years ago, nathan, 11, survives an encounter with a maniacal killer and learns a valuable lesson about violence and revenge. The main characters are ezra, nathan, nathans dad and weasel. Set in ohio, in 1839, the book explores the concept of evil, guilt and the need for revenge. Cynthia defelice is the author of many bestselling books for young readers, including wild life, the ghost of cutler creek, signal, the missing manatee, and weasel. The name has haunted my sleep and made my awake hours uneasy for as. Cynthia defelice is the author of many bestselling books, including the ghost of fossil glen, signal, the missing manatee, and weasel. Weasel begins with a great opening line, the dogs were dozing in their usual places by the fire when the knock came.

Now that the shawnees are dead or have left, weasel has turned on the settlers. Praised for her talent as a storyteller as well as her writing skills, cynthia defelice creates childrens stories that are drawn from the folk tradition, american history, and contemporary society. The character nathan contemplated killing him, but then decides not to. I loved the way that cynthia defelice did with the book. Cynthia defelice 1951 biography personal, addresses. Weasel by cynthia defelice wednesday, may 19, 2010.

Cynthia defelice reads from her book bringing ezra back duration. Nathan and molly have been waiting for days for their father to return from hunting when a mysterious mute stranger comes to their door carrying their deceased mothers locket. Other children whisper that he is part man and part animal wild and. Cynthia carter defelice born 1951 is an american childrens writer. In the beginning i was not sure if i wanted to go on reading because i thought it was ging to be weird. Childrens author cynthia defelice explores themes of family, equality, fairness, and justice. Weasel by cynthia defelice is a historical fiction novel. Once all the native americans have fled, weasel stays in ohio. This book begins with the sentence, the dogs were dozing in their usual places by the fire when the knock came. Her books feature young people thrust into situations that require them to make vital decisions and assume responsibilities far beyond their years. She has written 16 novels and 12 picture books for young readers. I was really into the book so much i thought i saw everything. Weasel 1990 is a riveting and fastpaced pioneer adventure. An american bookseller pick of the lists, and a school library journal best book, weasel is filled with danger and suspense.