New york public librarys one hundred titles for reading and sharing about the book. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. This classic book is perfect for fans of gordon korman and carl hiaasen. Loser donald zinkoff is one of the greatest kids you could ever hope to meet. It is important for kids who are not bullied or picked on to know what it is like to be the outsider.
Listen the summary of the novel loser by jerry spinelli. The questions are broken out into sections, so they focus on specific chapters within loser. Loser by jerry spinelli and a great selection of related books. What does miss meeks make zinkoff wear when he misbehaves. Loser by jerry spinelli and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at abebooks. You can never go wrong with a jerry spinelli kids book. He laughs easily, he likes people, he loves school, he tries to. He lives in pennsylvania with his wife and fellow author, eileen. This is an exlibrary book and may have the usual libraryused book markings inside. You grow up with a kid but you never really notice him. Zinkoff wants to be like his dad when he grows up, a mailman. This paperback was delivered to me in perfect conditions and in a timely manner. Loser is a touching book about the human spirit, the importance of failure, and how any name can someday be replaced with hero.
Dec 01, 2005 presumably if loser makes one child view a different kid as a threedimensional character, spinelli will consider his book successful. 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. Jerry spinelli is the author of many immensely popular books for young readers, including eggs, stargirl, space station seventh grade, newbery honor book wringer, newbery award winner maniac magee, and the picture books mama seetons whistle and i can be anything. Mar 02, 2020 loser by jerry spinelli, 9780060540746, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. He is best known for maniac magee, stargirl and wringer. Dear class, today i found a pdf version of the book, loser by jerry spinelli. Use these questions for quizzes, homework assignments or tests.
Possible ex library copy, with all the markingsstickers of that library. Loser has 7 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. The copy i read then only had the front cover reading loser smeared on a drawn chalkboard. Loser by jerry spinelli, chapters 111 vocabulary list. Loser book report jerry spinelli books writing a business report. A novel unit and teacher guide this book unit contains several pieces of information for each chapter. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. What does zinkoff wear his first day of school despite his mother telling him not to. Just like other kids, zinkoff rides his bike, hopes for snow days, and wants to be like his dad when he grows up. This is the reading of jerry spinellis book, loser, the first 5 chapters. Loser by jerry spinelli in a readaloud large print special edition larger size.
Jerry spinelli born february 1, 1941 is an american writer of childrens novels that feature adolescence and early adulthood. Loser by jerry spinelli meet your next favorite book. From renowned newberywinning author jerry spinelli comes a powerful story about how not fitting in just might lead to an. This is a complete novel study unit for loser by jerry spinelli in this download, you will find over 50. The themes of loser include education, societal indifference toward kindness, and the nobility of maintaining ones vision of life. Everything you need for a novel study on loser by jerry spinelli. We really liked this book because it was suspenseful.
It is a good book for students who are entering middle school to read and discuss. He laughs easily, he likes people, he loves school, he tries to rescue lost girls in. Spinelli is best known for his 1990 newbery award winning childrens book, maniac magee. A vocabulary list featuring loser by jerry spinelli, chapters 1221. The 180 multiple choice questions in this lesson plan will test a students recall and understanding of loser.
Accessories such as cd, codes, toys, may not be included. A vocabulary list featuring loser by jerry spinelli, chapters 111. Loser by jerry spinelli, chapters 1221 vocabulary list. Mar 02, 2010 this book is a lot like stargirl, in that it presents a misunderstood person in a different light than what people would normally view them. Yims 4th grade class loser by jerry spinelli pdf file. If you have other read aloud suggestionsrequests or. This 22 page packet of materials was created by jean martin to use with students in grades 36 who are reading the novel, loser, by jerry spinelli. Loser study guide contains a biography of jerry spinelli, literature essays, quiz questions, major themes, characters, and a full summary and analysis.
Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read loser. I also had students then write the literal meanings of each quotati. With a name like loser, i really expected to hate this book and feel sorry for the main character throughout the entire story. Loser book by jerry spinelli 7 available editions half. Middle grades realistic fiction is always a hit with children age 912it will pack a good emotional punch and resonate with most of them. Teachers guide for this title with a purchase of 20 or more copies of this book. Donald zinkoff is clumsy, enthusiastic, and often oblivious to how others perceive him but even when others are unkind, donald remains true to himself. Loser by jerry spinelli, 2002, joanna cotler books edition, in english 1st ed. 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. The main plot of the story is that donald zinkoff has horrible handwriting, is clumsy, and is a loser to everyone else. Even though his classmates from first grade on have considered him.
Aug 8, 20 everything you need for a novel study on loser by jerry spinelli. Read free book excerpt from loser by jerry spinelli, page 1 of 2. Loser jerry spinelli paperback harpercollins canada. If you need more information on apa citations check out our apa citation guide or start citing with the bibguru apa citation generator. What does miss meeks calculate during her opening day speech. If you like intresting books and books that have twistist and turns then this is the book for you. Well zinkoff has, he has been made fun of and people would call him names. Included is a 16 page student booklet designed for independent work to reinforce essential reading, writing, and thinking skills. Loser is a coming of age young adult novel first published in 2002 by american author jerry spinelli. Loser, by jerry spinelli, is one of my favorite fiction novels. From renowned newberywinning author jerry spinelli comes a powerful story. Students will examine the point of view of the narrative voice in loser, and will. 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.
They cut the quotations apart and place them on the appropriate figurative language term. Loser by jerry spinelli paperback from discover books. For this activity, students have to classify a series of quotations from the novel loser as simile, metaphor, personfication, and hyperbole. Pages contain marginal notes, underlining, and or highlighting. His beloved works, such as maniac magee, wringer, and eggs, capture our hearts. From renowned newberywinning author jerry spinelli comes a powerful story about how not fitting in just might lead to an incredible life. 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. Loser book summary written by jerry spinelli youtube. Loser, by jerry spinelli, follows the life throughout grade school of a.
Loser 2002, by american author jerry spinelli, is a coming of age novel for young adults. Even though his classmates from first grade on have considered him strange and a loser, daniel zinkoffs optimism and exuberance and the support of his loving family do not allow him to feel that way about himself. This detailed literature summary also contains topics for discussion and a free quiz on loser by jerry spinelli. His novel, maniac magee had just won the newbery medal, the sixth of his. Loser is an unusual book, because it does not just describe. Listen free to loser by jerry spinelli with a free trial. Possible ex library copy, will have the markings and stickers associated from the library. Formatted according to the apa publication manual 7 th edition.
There are many ways that you can use these resources. Dec 03, 2020 loser by jerry spinelli, 2002, joanna cotler books edition, in english 1st ed. Cover may not represent actual copy or condition available. The author recounts zinkoffs storya case study of sortsin short sentences from a deliberately reportorial point of view, documenting the first years of the boys life and his evolution into a loser. Just like other kids, zinkoff rides his bike, hopes for snow days, and wants to be like his dad when he grows. Loser by jerry spinelli focuses on donald zinkoff and his travels through school. Figurative language in loser by jerry spinelli by kristin. Jerry spinelliintroduction have you ever been laught at.
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