This novel guide includes vocabulary words, discussion questions, and journal prompts for the book loser by jerry spinelli. As he did in stargirl, newbery medalwinning author jerry spinelli again explores the cruelty of a. They cut the quotations apart and place them on the appropriate figurative language term. He played for the green sox little league team in his hometown of norristown, pennsylvania, and dreamed of one day playing for the major leagues, preferably as shortstop for the new york yankees. Zinkoffs no one calls him donald except his teachers mistakes and quirks are endearing, since were seeing them from the inside.
Jerry spinelli books biography and list of works author. Presumably if loser makes one child view a different kid as a threedimensional character, spinelli will consider his book successful. Loser study guide contains a biography of jerry spinelli, literature essays, quiz questions, major themes. Jan 08, 2008 from renowned newberywinning author jerry spinelli comes a powerful story about how not fitting in just might lead to an incredible life. Meeks called them young citizens in the first grade. Loser themes jerry spinelli this study guide consists of approximately 38 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of loser. The main characters of this realistic fiction, fiction story are. Spinelli, is a kids book, aimed at 8 12 year olds, although i think you need to be a bit older to actually understand it its a very different book there almost doesnt seem to be a plot. Read free book excerpt from loser by jerry spinelli, page 1 of 2. Loser by jerry spinelli by school rules overdrive rakuten.
Single shot pistol blueprints free pdf file sharing. Jerry spinelli 1941 jerry spinelli born february 1, 1941 in norristown, pennsylvania is a noted childrens author, specializing on novels written for and about early adolescence. Harry glanced over at the dark shapes ron and hermione made on the floor beside him. Even when they dont his kindness and positive energy is an inspiration. Thinking strategies for characters, plot, and setting. Loser, by jerry spinelli, follows the life throughout grade school of a boy named donald zinkoff, who has a hard time achieving success in anything he does, yet proves to be very successful at being a good person. Donald zinkoff is one of the greatest kids you could ever hope to meet. It details the growth of donald zinkoff, who is branded a. I was in the in the 5th or 6th grade when i decided to read this book and read it. On, learn more about awardwinning childrens author lois lowry, whos written acclaimed novels like the giver and number the stars. The other prominent theme in this book is judgement.
Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. Zinkoff doesnt know it, but claudia has already been found. For this activity, students have to classify a series of quotations from the novel loser as simile, metaphor, personfication, and hyperbole. Written by jerry spinelli, audiobook narrated by suzanne toren, cassandra morris. Single shot bolt action pistol replica plans and blueprints single shot bolt action pistol 020805 i took every ones suggestions and made some design changes to my pistol. Summary the novel is all about a young boy named donald zinkoff. This middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in.
After this year, life as harry knows it will never be the same. The author recounts zinkoffs story a case study of sorts in short sentences from a deliberately reportorial point of view, documenting the first years of the boys life and his evolution into a loser. His novels are recognized for their humor and poignancy, and his characters and situations are often drawn from his reallife experience as a father of six children. His other books include smiles to go, loser, space station seventh grade, who put that hair in my toothbrush. From renowned newberywinning author jerry spinelli comes a powerful story. Figurative language in loser by jerry spinelli by kristin. From renowned newberywinning author jerry spinelli comes an incredible story about how not fitting in might just lead to an incredible life. Nineyearold david has recently lost his mother to a freak accident, his salesman father is constantly on the road, and he is letting his anger out on his grandmother. And while his social status in school doesnt change much, zinkoff learns how to love who he is, stay true to himself, and hang on to hope. In the end, the adults involved in the hunt see zinkoff as a hero. Its a fun way to keep your child entertained and engaged while not in the classroom. Comprehension by chapter, vocabulary challenges, creative reading response activities and projects, tests, and much more.
Jerry spinelli received the newbery medal for maniac magee and a newbery honor for wringer. Free loser study unit worksheets for teachers to print. Loser, by jerry spinelli, is one of my favorite fiction novels. It details the growth of donald zinkoff, who is branded a loser by his classmates due to his clumsiness, poor performance in school and athletics, and sometimes clueless enthusiasm. He laughs easily, he likes people, he loves school, he tries to rescue lost girls in. Jerry spinellis book loser is a comingofage tale about donald zinkoff, known to other kids simply as zinkoff.
Jerry spinellis imagination flew one night when one of his six children ate fried chicken that was being saved for the following day. Then i shopped around in my notes and in my head for any ideas that seemed to fit into that original idea. From renowned newberywinning author jerry spinelli comes a powerful story about how not fitting in just might lead to an incredible life. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 218 pages and is available in mass market paperback format.
Loser jerry spinelli is an american author who likes writing novels for children on their adolescence and early adulthood stage. Spinelli first decided he wanted to become a writer at the age of 16, when his high school football team won a big game. Just like other kids, zinkoff rides his bike, hopes for snow days, and wants to be like his dad when he grows up. Loser by jerry spinelli and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Oct, 2009 from renowned newberywinning author jerry spinelli comes a powerful story about how not fitting in just might lead to an incredible life. May 04, 2020 jerry spinelli s delightful book, loser, is both entertaining and heart wrenching. Free loser worksheets and literature unit for teachers. This middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6. May 01, 2002 with a name like loser, i really expected to hate this book and feel sorry for the main character throughout the entire story. Not only is it the first day of the school year, it is the first day of twelve school years. See more ideas about books, chapter books and my books. The main plot of the story is that donald zinkoff has horrible handwriting, is clumsy, and is a loser to everyone else. Each chapter or group of chapters has a set of vocabulary words, 48 comprehension questions meant for discussion, and one journal prompt for written comprehension.
She feels that americas children are babied a bit too much and way too long. How are the book and movie pocahontas alike and different. Loser is a coming of age young adult novel first published in 2002 by american author jerry spinelli. Jul 29, 2003 jerry spinelli received the newbery medal for maniac magee and a newbery honor for wringer. I would recommend this book to kids in upper elementary school or middle school students. Pdf loser book by jerry spinelli free download 218 pages. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today.
Jerry spinelli books list of books by author jerry spinelli. The school backdrop is authentic, complete with caring and notsocaring teachers, bullies, loneliness of whoever is different, learning problems and social awkwardness. This middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6, especially during homeschooling. Mark twain award missouri new york public librarys one hundred titles for reading and sharing publishers weekly best book. Snow scene from jerry spinellis book loser youtube. The story is written with an omniscient narrator, and even though the plot could focus on the kids that teased zinkoff, it focuses on zinkoffs positive attitudes despite his peers, instead.
This gave him a difficulty to deal with the other kids. Loser by jerry spinelli by jonathan galang on prezi. Loser is a touching book about the human spirit, the importance of failure, and how any name can someday be replaced with hero. This detailed literature summary also contains topics for discussion and a free quiz on loser by jerry spinelli. Once again, newbery medalwinning author jerry spinelli uses great wit and humor to create the unique story of zinkoff as he travels from first through sixth grades. His novels are recognized for their humor and poignancy, and his characters and situations are often drawn from his. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Hes just there on the street, the playground, the neighborhood. Loser is an unusual book, because it does not just describe. Growing up, jerry spinelli was really serious about baseball.
I also had students then write the literal meanings of each quotati. This book marks the return of hewhomustnotbenamed and has a dramatic conclusion that will shock you. Loser jerry spinelli paperback harpercollins publishers. May 28, 2002 loser by jerry spinelli, 9780007143771, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
May 12, 2009 what would be the mood and theme of the book loser by jerry spinelli. What happens in the book loser when zinkoff is in the fifth grade. Because of the age of the children in school and because of the stress of their school environment, they are constantly competing with one another. Jul 19, 2009 zinkoff goes off to find claudia, a little girl who is lost in a snow storm. Sarcastic and bossy yearold primrose lives with her childlike, fortuneteller moth. Loser by jerry spinelli focuses on donald zinkoff and his travels through school. I can say hey work on your book report whether we are home or on the go lol. The first edition of the novel was published in may 1st 2002, and was written by jerry spinelli. Actually, there was no particular inspiration it was time to start a new book, and i thought id like to write a book about a kid who was a hero to other kids. This book quickly became my favorite of the series, surpassing goblet of fire. Jerry spinelli has 82 books on goodreads with 841917 ratings. Home jerry news events books teachers faqs email designed and developed by temean consulting 2017 no part of this website may be reproduced without written permission from this sites webmaster. Loser by jerry spinelli novel study questions by laura mccall. This classic book is perfect for fans of gordon korman and carl hiaasen.
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