Storm of Olympus

Storm of Olympus

Historical Fiction Multi-Leveled Lesson

Historical fiction illuminates the past, giving readers opportunities to see history through different perspectives. With these multi-leveled lessons, students are encouraged to share what they know before reading, review historical fiction literary elements, and document details to support comprehension. Each level includes default questions that can be customized to meet your learning objectives and goals.

View these templates to determine the best level for each student:

Sample: Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4

Level 1

Students consider setting, characters, historical elements and events, and provide evidence to demonstrate understanding.


Level 2

Students summarize setting, characters, historical elements and events, and provide evidence to demonstrate understanding.


Level 3

Students provide text evidence to demonstrate understanding of historical elements including, setting, characters, dialogue/vocabulary, cultural elements, technology/tools, clothing/household items, and reflect on the challenges and problems of the time period.


Level 4

Students provide text evidence to demonstrate understanding of historical elements including, setting, characters, dialogue/vocabulary, cultural elements, technology/tools, and clothing/household items. Students will reflect on plot, theme, and incorporate connected research using informational texts.


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