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    For Teachers & Educators

    Bringing Classic Literature to Life in Your Classroom

    Why Choose Lumos Adapted Classics

    Our adapted editions make classic literature accessible to all students, including struggling readers, English language learners, and those who might otherwise miss out on these transformative stories.

    • Maintain literary integrity while improving accessibility
    • Support differentiated instruction
    • Build cultural literacy and background knowledge
    • Engage reluctant readers with classic stories
    • Meet curriculum standards while fostering love of reading

    Standards Alignment

    Common Core State Standards (CCSS)

    Our books and resources align with key English Language Arts standards:

    • RL.5.2 - RL.8.2: Determine theme and summarize text
    • RL.5.3 - RL.8.3: Analyze character development
    • RL.5.4 - RL.8.4: Determine meaning of words and phrases
    • RL.5.9 - RL.8.9: Compare and contrast texts
    • RL.5.10 - RL.8.10: Read complex texts independently

    Free Classroom Resources

    Lesson Plans

    5-day unit plans for each title including:

    • Daily learning objectives
    • Vocabulary activities
    • Reading comprehension questions
    • Writing prompts
    • Assessment rubrics

    Student Worksheets

    Printable resources including:

    • Character analysis organizers
    • Plot diagram templates
    • Theme exploration guides
    • Vocabulary journals
    • Chapter summaries

    Discussion Guides

    Facilitate meaningful classroom discussions with:

    • Chapter-by-chapter questions
    • Socratic seminar prompts
    • Think-pair-share activities
    • Cross-curricular connections

    Recommended by Grade Level

    Grades 3-5

    • Treasure Island:Adventure, courage, moral choices
    • Tom Sawyer:Friendship, growing up, consequences
    • Christmas Carol:Redemption, empathy, social responsibility

    Grades 6-8

    • Oliver Twist:Social justice, resilience, identity
    • Count of Monte Cristo:Justice, revenge, forgiveness
    • Pride & Prejudice:Society, relationships, personal growth

    Implementation Strategies

    Literature Circles

    Use different adapted classics for small group discussions, allowing students to choose based on interest.

    Paired Reading

    Partner struggling readers with stronger peers using our accessible texts as a bridge.

    Cross-Curricular Integration

    Connect classics to history, science, and social studies topics (e.g., Victorian England with Oliver Twist).

    Differentiated Instruction

    Use adapted versions alongside original texts to meet diverse learning needs in the same classroom.

    Sample Resources

    Download sample lesson plans and worksheets to see how our resources can enhance your teaching:

    Treasure Island Unit Plan

    5-day plan with CCSS alignment

    Character Analysis Worksheet

    Universal template for any book

    Bulk Orders & School Pricing

    We offer special pricing for schools and libraries:

    • 10+ copies: 20% discount
    • 25+ copies: 30% discount
    • Class sets (30): 35% discount + free shipping
    • Purchase orders accepted

    Contact orders@lumos-books.com for a custom quote.

    Professional Development

    We offer virtual workshops on using adapted classics in your curriculum. Topics include differentiation strategies, engaging reluctant readers, and building cultural literacy.

    “A classic is a book that has never finished saying what it has to say.”
    — Italo Calvino