Novel Study: When you Trap a Tiger

When you Trap a Tiger Novel Study

Introducing an enriching novel study experience based on the popular book When you Trap a Tiger!

Novel synopsis:

When Lily and her family move in with her sick grandmother, a magical tiger straight out of her halmoni's Korean folktales arrives, prompting Lily to unravel a secret family history. Long, long ago, Halmoni stole something from the tigers. Now they want it back. And when one of the tigers approaches Lily with a deal--return what her grandmother stole in exchange for Halmoni's health--Lily is tempted to agree. But deals with tigers are never what they seem! With the help of her sister and her new friend Ricky, Lily must find her voice...and the courage to face a tiger.

More than just a novel study:

We craft our novel studies to promote critical thinking and spark meaningful conversations. Through a series of discussion questions, students will explore key themes such as cultural heritage, healing and acceptance, and the power of stories.

The When you Trap a Tiger novel study also includes links to resources that complement the book. From an interview with author Tae Keller to “The Legend of Dangun”, these resources provide valuable context and enrich the reading experience. Your student(s) will have the opportunity to delve deeper into the themes and characters, making connections that enhance their overall comprehension and appreciation of the story.

Why choose this novel study?

1. Engaging – Combines a popular novel with dynamic content for a learning experience that's more engaging than a traditional textbook.

2. Develops Critical Thinking – Encourages students to analyze themes and issues presented in the book.

3. Encourages Discussion – Sparks meaningful conversations and allows students to express their perspectives.

4. Strengthens Essential Skills – Enhances writing skills through extensive practice.

5. Multimedia Enrichment— Includes one or more video resources that complement the book.

6. Easy to Use – Designed to be open-and-go, requiring no additional prep.

7. Versatile – Can be used with our other novel studies to create a complete Language Arts curriculum or as a supplement to your current curriculum. Ready for a rich and immersive reading experience? Then click the link above to purchase our When you Trap a Tiger novel study!

Book not included, but it may be available for free on the Libby App. It can also be purchased here (partner link).

Digital purchase of this unit is copyright limited to students in one household or classroom.