Muslin Hadith

by | Feb 23, 2026

The Camel in the Sun is based on a Muslim hadith. A hadith is an account of the words or actions of the Prophet Muhammad and often teaches a lesson. Break students into pairs and have them retell the story to each other. Have them identify the beginning, the middle...

Character Trait Chart

by | Feb 23, 2026

Have students identify the main characters of this story. Working as a class, read the story closely to determine the key personality traits of each individual. Record them on a chart. Discuss how the author conveys information about each character to the...

On the Map

by | Feb 23, 2026

This story begins with a poetic description of the lands where the tale is set. At first reading, it seems like a fairy tale with the names of strange, faraway places. However, these places are very real. Working in small groups or as a class, find the cities and...