The Quickest Kid in Clarksville by Pat Zietlow Miller

Instead of printing, you might choose to display on your smartboard. Print as a poster and use for any activity during this book study. Within our The Quickest Kid in Clarksville collection you will find the following resources: There will also be opportunities for visualizing and making connections. Students will be encouraged to dig into the text along with thinking about the feelings of the girl. This literacy set focuses on exploring the text. There is a short author’s note in the back of the book but it would be great to take the time to allow your students to learn more. Many children will relate to the feelings Alta has as a new girl with new shoes tries to take away her title of quickest kid in Clarksville.Įxpand the reading of this book by learning more about Wilma Rudolph and the struggles she overcame. Give children time to explore the illustrations and look at the small details like the girl frequently blowing a bubble. The author’s voice makes this such a great story – along with the illustrations.īefore having your children dig into the text, first just read it aloud for enjoyment. There are mentions of Wilma throughout the book and the book ends with a parade where she is the star. This book takes place in Wilma Rudolph’s hometown of Clarksville, Tennessee.

You will want to add The Quickest Kid in Clarksville by Pat Zietlow Miller to your classroom library if you don’t already have it! The Quickest Kid in Clarksville by Pat Zietlow Miller is an engaging book your students will love! This is another free resource for teachers from The Curriculum Corner.