Roland smith is the author of over twenty books for children and young adults. There are more than 1 million books that have been enjoyed by people from all over the world. Peak wants to redeem himself by climbing the great mount everest. Go ahead and find out how much do you know about your self and the world around you. Each quote represents a book that is interesting, well written and has potential to enhance the readers life.
Peak marcello after fourteenyearold peak marcello is arrested for scaling a new. Peak loves to climb, however, and gets the idea to climb skyscrapers in new york since there are no mountains. The third book in the peak marcello adventure series is out. Instead of risking his freedom he went to live with his father in the country of tibet.
Roland smith never makes it clear what peak marcello looks like, except for the fact that he has a scabbed up face. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Peak decides that he doesnt want to go to the up the mountain because he wants sunjo to be the youngest kid to reach the summit of mount. If so, you have something in common with peak marcello, the main character in roland smiths peak. Title of a book, article or other published item this will display to the public. Peak was sitting at their gate ready to board their flight. We also accept submissions from our visitors and will select the quotes we. Just as he was told the next morning peak went to his physical, where test after test was performed on peak. Peak teacher pack 3 jsprague 2007 timeline in the appendix is a time line calendar of when each learning experience is started.
Fourteen year old peak marcello is forced to leave the u. He didnt have one it was a blue mountain a black mountain previous question next question. Feb 26, 20 after josh had worked out the whole peak not having a visa they were off to their hotel. Peak was ready to leave the country, but josh his father was not. Peak, by roland smith, comprehension questions and key. Roland smith this guide was written by teens for teens to accompany the reading of this resilience literature. A set of short answer, multilayered comprehension questions to accompany the book, peak, by roland smith. New york times bestselling author roland smith is the author of twentyeight young adult novels including peak, the edge, beneath, above, elephant run, shatterproof 39 clues, the cryptid hunters series, the i,q series, and the storm runner seri. To save him, his longlost everesttrekking dad appears with a plan for the duo to make a life in katmandua smokescreen to make peak become the youngest person in history to summit mount everest. He worked for many years as a zookeeper, and a number of his books feature encounters with animals and wildlife. Sep 09, 2016 the book is written in a perspective where peak is writing this book in a moleskine notebook as he climbs mt. A complete, 89 page literature unit for the book, peak, by roland smith. Everest where peak is climbing and trying to become the youngest person to make it to the top of everest. Roland smith a fourteenyearold boy attempts to be the youngest person to reach the top of mount everest.
Short answer comprehension questions and key short answer test 27 project challenges multiple reading response questions a. The main characters of this young adult, adventure story are peak marcello. Portrayed in the novel are the physical and emotional challenges that face a fourteenyearold as he climbs mount everest as well as tall buildings in new york city after moving from wyoming. The first edition of the novel was published in january 1st 2007, and was written by roland smith. Recruit a global team of young climbers and film an inspiring, worlduniting documentary. Building background knowledge, part 1 the majority of the book, peak, will take place in nepal. Peak was named peak due to his parents love of mountain climbing. Peak by roland smith pdf free download ebook books library. Sep, 2015 roland smith has created an actionpacked adventure about friendship, sacrifice, family, and the drive to take on everest, despite the incredible risk. If you would like to check your knowledge of the book peak written by roland smith, be sure to complete the quiz and worksheet.
Roland smith has created an actionpacked adventure about friendship, sacrifice, family, and the drive to take on everest, despite the incredible risk. Peak must learn to navigate the extreme and exotic terrain but negotiate a code of ethics. The international peace ascent is the brainchild of billionaire sebastian plank. Heres the perfect antidote for a kid who thinks books are boring. The way its written, peak sounds just like a fourteen year old boy trying to. The book has good charters but not my favorite i think holly is weird but she is funny and. One moment the sky is a brilliant, blue, the next, it is grey and snowing like there is no tomorrow. May 01, 2007 daredevil mountainclimber peak marcello 14, decides to scale the woolworth building and lands in jail. The sequel to beneath is now ready to enjoy reading. This 26page guide for peak by roland smith includes detailed chapter summaries and analysis covering 30 chapters, as well as several more indepth sections of expertwritten.
This test is comprehensive and engages students to think on multiple levels. It is about a kid named peak who is arrested for climbing a skyscraper and is sentenced to 3 years of probation. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read peak. Always update books hourly, if not looking, search in the book search column. Vocabulary for peak by roland smith flashcards quizlet. Peak won the 2007 national outdoor book award childrens category. Peak marcelloafter fourteenyearold peak marcello is arrested for scaling a new york city skyscraper, hes left with two choices. Peak marcello and his friends alessia and ethan are eager to put their illfated climbing expedition in the pamir mountains behind them as they plan to summit burmas highest mountain, hkakabo razi. Peak by roland smith if you love action and adventure, this is the book for you. Test includes 10 character identify, 10 true and false, 10 multiple choice, 4 short answer, and several essay questions.
Buy peak in bulk class set 9780152062682 bulk bookstore. It is a very inspirational where it teaches to never give up even when things go bad. The night before josh had instructed peak that he would have a physical the next morning. I was surprised, angry, sad, happy, excited, and tense all at once with this incredible book. He encounters the dangers of climbing, experiencing physical and emotional challenges that bring him to critical decisions testing his strength and maturity. I felt connected to peak through the book with great narration and a first person view of the story throughout the entire book. New york times bestselling author roland smith is the author of twentyeight young adult novels including peak, the edge, beneath, above, sasquatch, elephant run, zachs lie,shatterproof 39 clues, the cryptid hunters series, the i,q series, and the storm runner series. Get e books peak on pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi and audiobook for free. This is a book trailer of a book called peak, a novel written by roland smith. Publishing both fiction and nonfiction, roland smith has produced a variety of books over the many years of his career. After being arrested for climbing a skyscraper, peak is sent off to live with his father, who is a famous mountain climber.
See the progress your students make while they are reading. May 1, 2007 daredevil mountainclimber peak marcello 14, decides to scale the woolworth building and lands in jail. Ive read the book twice, and i never have found out if peak has blond hair or. This is a major theme in the book because peak is trying to climb one of the most famous mountains in the world and while doing this he is facing harsh whther such as sleet, rain,snow and heavy winds and doing this and just being 14 years old. Peak is the kind of book that you will never read because the title looks boring, but i actually pick up the book and read it.
Roland smith, quote from peak you dont have to be alone to feel alone. This unit is jam packed with great resources for the book. This is a confilict in the book because the main character, peak, has to battle the forces of nature to summit mt. Peak by roland smith the book peak is one of the greatest books i have ever read. Accelerated reader test answers to peak by roland smith. This is a quiz about the book named peak what was peaks logo. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. They have long since separated and he almost never sees his father, who leads expeditions up mt. The only thing youll find on the summit of mount everest is a divine view. May 8, 2018 peak marcello and his friends alessia and ethan are eager to put their illfated climbing expedition in the pamir mountains behind them as they plan to summit burmas highest mountain, hkakabo razi. Pdf peak book by roland smith free download 246 pages. When he is fourteen years old peak climbs a skyscraper in new york to place his tag on it.
To save him, his longlost everesttrekking dad appears with a plan for the duo to make a life in katmandua smokescreen to make peak become the youngest person in history to summit mount. The book starts when peak is in tibet describing his mentor vincent, and he is writing moleskine 1. Free peak worksheets and literature unit for teachers. Free peak study unit worksheets for teachers to print. His novels have garnered dozens of state and national book awards. Peak is not unhappy about living with his dad, a world famous climber, but his dads plans for him put his excitement to the test. Unfortunately, as far as i know, there is no movie. Released in 2007, roland smiths novel peak is the story of a teenagerwhose name is peakwho has a lot of mountains to climb, both metaphorical and literal. My dad said he saw the movie but he cant remember the name. Subtitles the sign of four pre intermediate level duration. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 246 pages and is available in hardcover format. Peak worksheets and literature unit by roland smith grades 68 daily reading journal go beyond a simple book report. Buy the paperback book peak by roland smith at indigo. After 14yearold peak marcello is arrested for scaling a new york city skyscraper.
The only thing youll find on the summit of mount want to read. Peak is a 2007 young adult fiction novel by roland smith. The book describes the weather as harsh and unpredictabe. Even so, for a climbing addict like peak, tackling everest is the challenge of a lifetime. Released in 2007, roland smith s novel peak is the story of a teenagerwhose name is peakwho has a lot of mountains to climb, both metaphorical and literal. In his latest, smith cryptid hunters introduces 14yearold peak marcello named by his. Peak by roland smith passport to learn 20 2 arrive at the mountain build background knowledge, part 14 as you read the novel, watch for these pages to help you track your progress. If you love action and adventure, this is the book for you. Free peak worksheets and literature unit for teachers activities. Lightsail provides reading comprehension assessments within the text of the app. Peak by roland smith passport to learn 20 3 before you read reading strategy.
Little does peak know that he is embarking on the adventure of a lifetime climbing mt. The majority of the book, peak, will take place in nepal. I think the author of this book roland smith nailed the way the story is being told. The week before the book is read and the majority of the unit is begun, the research and vocabulary are completed. In his latest, smith cryptid hunters introduces 14yearold peak marcello named by his mountaineering parents as hes. Concierges are commonly found in expensive apartment buildings, in hotels, or in very large companies. Who shows up to the court room and claims to take peak into his custody. Roland smith the game ends when you get all 15 questions correct, or when you give up. Peak by roland smith students explore the dynamic relationships between characters in this adventure novel and discuss the growth of the main character, peak. The story of peaks dangerous ascenttold in his own wordsis suspenseful, immediate, and impossible to put down. Apr 06, 2016 peak by roland smith pages 98106 duration. Peak 2007 read online free book by roland smith in epub,txt. The story of peak s dangerous ascenttold in his own wordsis suspenseful, immediate, and impossible to put down.
Supersummary, a modern alternative to sparknotes and cliffsnotes, offers highquality study guides for challenging works of literature. What is the name of the boy whom peak meets at his hotel room. Comprehension by chapter, vocabulary challenges, creative reading response activities and projects, tests, and much more. With a focus on young adult fiction, hes managed to carve himself a niche in the market that remains unparalleled to this very day.