Johnny Tremain Study Guide

Newbery Medal Winner 1944, Esther Forbes is a Pulitzer Prize for History winning author. Through Esther Forbes’ story of Boston, students will learn: Author Biography: Author Biography: Learn more about Esther Forbes. Vocabulary words used throughout the novel, utilizing a variety of activities to stimulate retention and growth. Literary Techniques: Dictionary, characterization, predict, theme, symbolism, setting. Moral Lessons and Character Values: Authority, rebellion, forgiveness, rebirth, Christianity, pride, equality, war. Activities and Writing Assignments: Early American history, American Revolution, wordsearch, mapping, Boston Tea Party, Lexington, timeline, shop signs, genealogy, illustrations, poetry, biographies, essays. Suggestions for Further Reading: We include an in-depth reading list of more books by the same author(s) and other books that tie in with, or are similar to, Johnny Tremain. by Esther Forbes. All of the unit lessons are written from a Christian worldview! Large 8.5×11 printed workbook format is convenient to read and easy on the eyes Every question has plenty of whitespace for student’s answers Encourages neat and clean handwriting practice Easily transports without the need for a laptop or other expensive equipment Provides a permanent record of the student’s work Convenient, removable answer key included for the teacher! Study guides do not contain the text of the story, play, poems, or book. Recommended for grades 6-8. Setting: Boston, American Revolution, 1770s