Language Arts
How does Jean Craighead George use the techniques of flashback and foreshadowing
to help readers understand Julie's conflict?
Explain the metaphor "She stepped forward on the vast stage
at the top of the world and bowed to her immense audience."
What is the stage? Who is Miyax's audience?
Write a letter that Julie might have written to her pen pal, Amy, about her life
with the wolves.
Social Studies
"The old Eskimo customs are not so foolish -- they have
purpose." Make a list of all the Eskimo customs that Miyax
practices. Then draw a mural reflecting these customs.
Miyax's marriage to Daniel is arranged by Kapugen. Research marriage customs of other
cultures that you have studied. Share the information that you find with your class.
Discuss how these customs differ from the marriage customs of our society.
On January 24, "The Eskimos lifted their arms and turned their palms to the source of all life."
What is the significance of this date? Find other important events that the Eskimos celebrate.
Using a sheet of poster board, create a picture of one special event. On the back,
write a paragraph explaining the significance of the special day and the way it is celebrated.
Science
"The fur of the fox changes each season to match the color of the land."
Go to the library and research other animals that change with the season.
Write a short paper entitled "NatureÕs Way of Protecting Animals."
Miyax tries to guess the date by watching the dipping sun.
Find out how travelers can tell the date by the sun. Draw a
diagram showing the position of the sun the second week in August.
Share your information and diagram with the class.
"The guidepost of her ancestors, the North Star, would soon
be visible and would point her way when the birds had all gone south." Find out how Native
Americans used the North Star
and other heavenly bodies to guide them. Draw a celestial map labeling the North Star and
other significant constellations.
