This mini-unit is intended for use as a study aide for the Newbery Honor Award winning book, Charlotte's Web by E.B. White. The book is NOT included with this learning packet, but you can purchase the book here.

Make teaching Charlotte’s Web engaging, meaningful, and low-prep with this printable Charlotte’s Web Mini-Unit, designed specifically for third grade students. This student-friendly literature companion builds reading comprehension, vocabulary, character analysis, and writing skills while pairing seamlessly with read-alouds or independent reading.

Perfect for classrooms, homeschool settings, small groups, and substitute plans, this mini-unit provides structured activities that help students deeply understand the story while developing critical literacy skills.

📘 What’s Included

This printable mini-unit features:

• Story Elements Story Map
  • Setting
  • Characters
  • Problem & Solution
  • Ending
• Reading Focus Page
  • Genre: Realistic Fiction / Animal Fantasy
  • Setting: Zuckerman’s Farm
  • Main Characters (Wilbur, Charlotte, Fern, Templeton)
• Vocabulary Builder Activities
  • Key words: runt, radiant, salutations, humble, terrific
  • Matching words to definitions
  • Drawing vocabulary representations
  • Writing sentences using vocabulary
• Student Writing Prompts
  • Background knowledge & predictions
  • Written responses aligned with comprehension goals
• Extension Science Suggestion
  • Study spiders and webs (cross-curricular connection)

🎯 Skills Covered

• Reading comprehension
• Vocabulary development
• Character analysis
• Writing & response to literature
• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)

🏫 Ideal For

• Third grade classrooms
• Homeschool book studies
• Independent literature units
• Read-aloud companions
• Emergency substitute plans
• Assessment portfolios & enrichment

🖨️ Format & Details

• Printable PDF
• Grades: 3–4 (ideal for 3rd grade)
• Prep Level: Low-prep / print-and-go
• Use: Designed to accompany the novel (book not included)

✨ Why Teachers Love This Resource

✔ Student-friendly layout
✔ Clear directions and purposeful activities
✔ Encourages thoughtful discussion and written responses
✔ Flexible for whole-class, small group, or independent use
✔ Perfect balance of structure and creativity

📚 Note: This resource is a literature companion intended for use with the novel Charlotte’s Web by E. B. White. The book is not included.