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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Maniac McGee

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students read and analyze the novel, Maniac McGee. They answer discussion questions, read the short story "Thank You, M'am," by Langston Hughes, and conduct Internet research on genealogical websites to analyze their first and last names.
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Unit Plan
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Holt, Rinehart and Winston: A Guide to "Maniac Magree"

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Four page guide offers summary, post-reading activity suggestions, additional reading and a brief bio of the writer.
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Lesson Plan
Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Jerry Spinelli

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Web English Teacher has put together a comprehensive resource filled with links to lesson plans, teaching guides and activities featuring the work of Jerry Spinelli.
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Activity
Scholastic

Scholastic: Maniac Magee

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Have you ever read "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli? Use this resource to learn more about this book. An educational resource with discussion questions, extension activities and more.
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Unit Plan
Scholastic

Scholastic: Maniac Magee Literature Response Journal [Pdf]

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
This printable resource offers suggestions for both writing and discussion, as well as a look at symbols, tone and hyperbole. PDF (requires Adobe Reader).