Curated OER
My Side of the Mountain
Learners complete activities with the book My Side of the Mountain by Jean Craighead George. In this literature lesson, students read the book and discuss the concept of human capital. They complete a KWLH chart and two assessments.
Curated OER
ReQuest and Motor Imaging with My Side of the Mountain
Fifth graders read "My Side of the Mountain." They create a pantomime using vocabulary words from the story. Students create three questions about the reading. They discuss the passage they read and act out words to help them better...
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Jean Craighead George Lesson Plans
This site features several links to information and lesson plans on the life and work of Jean Craighead George.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Living in the Wild
In this lesson, students will compare and contrast how the Prehistoric Americans lived off the land at Russell Cave and how Sam Gribley from "My Side of the Mountain" lived off the land. This lesson plan is made possible through the ALEX...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Discussion Guide: My Side of the Mountain
Scholastic presents this discussion guide of "My Side of the Mountain" by Jean Craighead George. The guide includes discussion questions, extension activities, and more.