Because of Winn-Dixie Book Study | Homeschool Literature & SEL Unit
Because of Winn-Dixie Book Study | Homeschool Literature & SEL Unit
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Bring the heartwarming story of Because of Winn-Dixie to life with this 129-page printable Book Study – a multi-age, cross-curricular homeschool unit for children ages 7–12.
Perfect for Charlotte Mason, eclectic, and SEL-focused families, this open-and-go unit blends literature, social-emotional learning, geography, science, creative writing, and hands-on fun — all inspired by Kate DiCamillo’s beloved novel.
What’s Included:
- Teacher’s Guide – Pacing ideas, SEL focus themes, cross-curricular connections
- Pre-Reading & Story Elements – Story chart, author bio, Naomi, Florida maps
- Character Study – Full-color + color-in character posters for analysis & expression
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Chapter-by-Chapter Activities (Ch. 1–26):
- Summaries, 3-level comprehension questions
- SEL writing prompts (friendship, empathy, healing)
- Creative crafts: Friendship chain, bottle tree, 3D dog house
- Vocabulary games
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Geography & Science:
- Welcome to Florida facts & maps
- Life Cycle of an Orange fruit booklet
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Bonus Mini-Unit:
- “How Wolves Became Our Best Friends” nonfiction study
- Dog care chart, Winn-Dixie store craft, SEL games
Skills Covered:
Reading comprehension, vocabulary, writing, empathy, friendship, critical thinking, map work, science, creativity, and fine motor development.
Designed For:
- Ages 7–12
- Homeschoolers, Charlotte Mason and SEL-focused families
- Mixed-age teaching
- Literature-rich homeschool co-ops
Why You'll Love It:
This Winn-Dixie Book Study is more than a worksheet pack — it’s a story-based, heart-centered resource that helps children reflect, connect, and grow. Designed with flexibility in mind, it supports deep discussion and joyful learning across multiple subjects.
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