Stargirls entrance to school is a big deal for all the students in this small arizona town. Stargirl stands out as the new student at his high school in the small town of mica, arizona. Falling action stargirl accepts the fact that leo can not love her for who she is. Whether youre looking for biographies or mystery novels, lexile measures can help you find books that match your childs reading level. Jerry spinelli in this story about the perils of popularity, the courage of nonconformity, and the thrill of first love, an eccentric student named stargirl changes mica high school forever.
She goes to the ocotillo ball by herself and has a blast. Book punch provides interactive, stepbystep writing prompts to help students comprehend and think about books commonly read in schools. Mica, arizona, a small town in usa mica high, the high school where leo and stargirl went to archies house, the home for a retired professor that has lots of weird stuff the time is present and then fast. Youll find links to both at the bottom of this list.
Leo narrates a striking moment from his high school experience. And, even though they are good, the others make fun of them. Stargirl by jerry spinelli at the best online ebook storage. I would recommend you read this book because i know you will like this book. Years ahead of its time, star girl was originally published in the 1950s, when interest in space travel and extraterrestrials was approaching new levels. The plot of the book begins when the character of stargirl is introduced to mica high. Stargirl and dori, the only two in the group, do a duet in the courtyard.
It was the first day of school at mica high school and the halls are buzzing about the new girl who calls herself. Our booksource team is working remotely and available to answer questions, create price quotes and place book orders. Crash came out of his desire to include the beloved penn relays of his home state of pennsylvania in a book, while maniac magee is set in a fictional town based on his own hometown. She enrolls at mica high, and fortunately fails to blend in. It is one of those ya books that are relevant and replete with life lessons for all to learn, whether you can relate to the characters or not.
She doesnt act right, she dresses weird, and she is always blazingly herself. Located near the top of our book search tool, you can quickly find a book s lexile measure by entering a book s title, author or isbn. Readers see his life in his autobiography knots in my yoyo string, as well as in his fiction. Ask how stargirls pointofview would have affected the novel. This study guide consists of approximately 40 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of stargirl. Stargirl realistic fiction, trade book, lexile 590 leo narrates a striking moment from his high school experience. Stargirl, who up till now has been homeschooled, starts school at mica high as a tenth grader, where leo is starting his eleventh grade year. Ask the students what archies importance to the novel is, what he provides that no other characters in the story could, and how the novel would be different without him. A book like this might get a twoletter designation ad, or adult directed. Despite the title, this book is not as much about stargirl as it is about the main character and narratorleo borlockfinding himself through his relationship with stargirl. Stargirl asks if they ever want the other team to be happy, too, and the jury answers no, which surprises our girl. In this lesson, we will look at the genres of the book stargirl by. The lexile frameworks for reading and listening help educators and parents match students to materials at the right level of difficulty. Spinelli made his picture book debut with my daddy and me, a loving tribute to fathers and sons.
It was really exciting to read and really interesting. This is a gently mystical, thoughtprovoking, and enchanting rumination on conformity. This book invites students to question the role of identity in school and life, and the ways nonconformists can make us question who we. Becca says yes, and cant understand why stargirl doesnt just root for mica. You can search for books based on lexile codes, which provide information on the book s intended usage, or find books that are easy to decode or have a lot of patterning to help beginning readers.
Stargirl movie tiein edition by jerry spinelli, paperback. Characterization other important characters exposition setting. Enhancements were made to more precisely measure materials read in k2 classrooms. Lexile measures helps you find books at the right reading level to match your childs. The novel takes the form of the worlds longest letter, in diary form, going from date to date through a little more than a years time. Jerry spinelli from bmi online, see our free shipping offer and bulk order pricing. But, just as quickly, they turn on stargirl when her nonconformity goes too far. Stargirl is a young adult novel written by american author jerry spinelli and first published in 2000. However, she left a lasting impression on leo and the other students at mica high. This guide provides the lexile measure for every chapter in this book and is.
The book is the sequel to the new york times bestselling book, stargirl, and centers on the worlds longest letter in diary form. Perfection learning north second avenue logan, ia, 515460500 p. After 15 years of home schooling, stargirl bursts into tenth grade in an explosion of color and a clatter of ukulele music, enchanting the mica student body. She did carry a large canvas bag with a lifesize sunflower painted on it. Search for books by grade, interest and reading complexity. Dont miss the sequel, love, stargirl, and jerry spinellis latest novel, the wardens daughter, about another girl who cant help but stand out. Love, stargirl picks up a year after stargirl ends and reveals the new life of the beloved character who moved away so suddenly at the end of stargirl. It was a new york times bestseller, a parents choice gold award winner, an ala top ten best books for young adults award winner, and a publishers weekly best book of the year. Stargirl was well received by critics, who praised stargirl s character and the novels overall message of nonconformity. Free stargirl study unit worksheets for teachers to print. Stargirl by jerry spinelli novel study by right down the.
Many characters had a great personality and others had a horrible one,but it was really interesting while you read it. The book begins with the introduction of the character leo borlock. Stargirl will turn down an invitation to be on hot seat. Stargirl is suddenly shunned for everything that makes her different, and leo, panicked and desperate with love, urges her to become the very thing that can destroy her. To ensure teachers that can get results quickly, we have created lesson plan aids for each book covered. The series centers around konoha inoue, a writer in high school who joined the literature club after meeting tohko. There was a little bit of crude language, a mention of alcohol, a mention of making out, and one scene where the main boy and the main girl share a kiss. Book girl is a collection of japanese light novels written by mizuki nomura, with illustrations by miho takeoka. Like many of spinellis other young adult novels, stargirl deals with. This is the official page for the star girl fashion rpg series.
In this celebration of nonconformity, newbery medalist jerry spinelli weaves a tense, emotional tale about the perils of popularity and the thrill and inspiration of. Jerry spinelli in the novel stargirl introduces a character to us. Nov, 2001 stargirl is told in the firstperson point of view of leo borlock, a junior at mica high school in arizona, who crosses paths with a beautiful, kind, and weird girl who has rechristened herself as, well, stargirl. She captures leo borlock s heart with just one smile.
Stargirl, a young adult novel by prolific and critically acclaimed author jerry spinelli, was published in august 2000. Will stargirl achieve what leo wants for her or be true to herself. Then stargirl arrives at mica high and everything changes. Sw boces school library system digital library stargirl. Spinellis witty novel offers plenty for teen readers to think about in terms of individuality and conformity, and why some kids are popular while others are social outcasts. See more ideas about stargirl quotes, star girl and nicola yoon books. Hundreds of builtin tips help learners write clear responses to the literature they are reading book punch is easy to use. She follows up by asking becca if she always wants to be the winner. Her nickname is stargirl and her real name is susan. Due to the uncertainty of covid19 and the stay at home orders for the city of st. Please note that the lexile measures for a small population of books have been recently updated. Dufferinpeel catholic district school board stargirl.
Jog your mind on how much you remember through this quiz. Stargirl by jerry spinelli books, resources, supplies. But the delicate scales of popularity suddenly shift, and stargirl is shunned for everything. A modernday classic and new york times bestseller that celebrates the power of individuality and personal expression from beloved newbery medalist jerry spinelli. In this celebration of nonconformity, newbery medalist jerry spinelli weaves a tense, emotional tale about the perils of popularity and the thrill and inspiration of first love. This oftentimes tense and emotional story explores the fleeting, cruel nature of popularityand the thrill and inspiration of first love. When stargirl decides to form a singing group leo and kevin believe she is getting goofy again. We heart stargirl and so will you this book has a lot to do with. He received a porcupine necktie for his fourteenth birthday and doesnt know who sent it.
Jul 27, 2016 in her book surfer girls in the new world order, comer explores what it means to be a girl in surfing. Comprehension by chapter, vocabulary challenges, creative reading response activities and projects, tests, and much more. Scholastic book clubs is the best possible partner to help you get excellent childrens books into the hands of every child, to help them become successful lifelong readers and discover the joy and power of good books. Stargirl caraway draws attention to herself from day one. Want to find books that match your childs lexile measure and interests. Stargirl, being homeschooled, decides to come out of her shell. In this celebration of nonconformity, newbery medalist jerry spinelli weaves a tense, emotional tale about the perils of popularity and the thrill and. It is, in some ways, a ya version of the little prince, or a female version of spinellis own awardwinning maniac magee.
Stargirl stargirl stargirl stargirl stargirl stargirl stargirl. Stargirl from the day she arrives at quiet mica high in a burst of color and sound, the hallways hum with the murmur of stargirl, stargirl. Jerry spinellis stargirl is a wonderful novel for helping students think about what it means to fit in and what it means to be yourself. Since then, the book has become a beloved cult classic. Stargirl 2002 read online free book by jerry spinelli in. She immediately starts a stir with her wacky outfits and even more wacky behavior. This comprehensive lesson plan includes 30 daily lessons, 180 multiple choice questions, 20 essay questions, 20 fun activities, and more everything you need to teach stargirl. The story is told in the first person, by leo, who is in love with stargirl. Although the vast majority of books that have lexile measures did not change, a small subset of books required updated lexile measures. A bittersweet paean to eccentricity and nonconformity, it is also a scathing commentary on teenagers, which makes its popularity with them all the more interesting. Library of virginia notable books with lexile levels.
At first the students are puzzled, then entranced, and stargirl becomes the most popular girl at school. Stargirl jerry spinelli henry county public schools. Stargirl by jerry spinelli 2004, paperback for sale. Help you, as a parent, easily find books that match your childs reading level using the free lexile find a book tool. She stopped at an empty table, laid down her bag, slung the. To locate more kids books by lexile level, search scholastics book wizard or lexiles find a book. Scholastic book clubs childrens books for parents and. Free stargirl worksheets and literature unit for teachers. He gives us an idea on how different stargirl could be in a normal persons point of view. Leo borlock follows the unspoken rule at mica area high school.
Knowing the genre of a book can help you decide if you want to read it or not. Stargirl by jerry spinelli paperback book the parent store. Junior year takes a most unusual track for leo, a proudtobeordinary kid, as well as most of the student body, when a new. All you need is a books author, title or isbn number to find the lexile text measure of that book. Louis county, we have suspended shipping until midmay.
A vocabulary list featuring stargirl vocabulary list. A girl whose eyes will analyze the menu over dinner, wholl use what she learns to kick my arse in arguments so she always ends the winner. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. It is designed to use before, during, and after reading the novel.
Jerry spinelli is the author of more than a dozen books for young readers, including maniac magee, winner of the newbery medal, and stargirl, a new york times bestseller and an ala top ten best book for young adults. The games and activities in this lesson will help your. As such, there were a few more mature elements in the book, but most were generally mentioned in passing conversation or trainofthought narrative. Lexile levels 400490 the seattle public library bibliocommons. He is a reliable narrator, but we only see things through his eyes and. He already gives some unique characteristics, including his love for porcupine neckties.
From the day she arrives at quiet mica high in a burst of color and sound, the hallways hum with the murmur of stargirl, stargirl. This book s lexile measure is 630l and is frequently taught in the 6th to 8th grade. This character comes out distinct and one who does not conform, and this forms the storyline of the novel. Download and read online for free stargirl by jerry spinelli. But just as quickly stargirl becomes the most despised student, shunned by the others, and leo, now her boyfriend, is shunned with her. I could feel my heart practically breaking inside me as i was reading this book. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. This new edition offers the next generation of young readers an ideal introduction to the imaginative delights of science fiction.
Nov, 2001 in this celebration of nonconformity, newbery medalist jerry spinelli weaves a tense, emotional tale about the perils of popularity and the thrill and inspiration of first love. She is a special girl, immune to the critics of the rest of the kids. If you teach the book stargirl by jerry spinelli, this resource will help you greatly. Fourteenyearold sam takes charge of perdido beach after every man and woman age fifteen and over mysteriously vanishes. The day after the ball, stargirl moves out of town, and the choice that leo makes impacts him for the rest of his life. It is packed full of resources, vocabulary, writing activities, reading skills, and comprehension questions. Spinellis hilarious books entertain both children and young adults. Or one of those summer makeovers, someone who leaves in june looking like a little girl and returns in september as a fullbodied woman, a tenweek miracle. From the day she arrives at quiet mica high in a burst of color and. Stargirl was well received by critics, who praised stargirls character and the novels overall message of nonconformity. The night of the ocotillo ball arrives, and leo has not invited stargirl to go with him. September 1, 2001 ritter, in the sort of dynamic, focused performance that makes him a versatile actor, effortlessly walks the halls of mica area high school as 16yearold leo borlock, a boy coming to grips with first love and the pressures of conformity. She captures leo borlocks heart with just one smile.