Call it Courage Worksheets

About This Worksheet Collection

These Call It Courage by Armstrong Sperry worksheets are designed to help upper elementary and middle grade students explore the story in a thoughtful and structured way. The activities guide learners through key elements such as character development, plot structure, vocabulary, symbolism, and theme. Each worksheet focuses on a specific skill, making it easier for students to break down Mafatu's journey into clear, meaningful parts. This collection works well for classroom instruction, small groups, or independent practice.

As students move through the set, they strengthen reading comprehension, critical thinking, and written expression. The worksheets also encourage personal reflection, helping learners connect the theme of courage to their own experiences. By analyzing characters, exploring conflicts, and engaging in creative and analytical tasks, students build a deeper understanding of the story. Altogether, this collection supports confident reading, stronger recall, and meaningful engagement with literature.

Detailed Descriptions Of These Worksheets

Courage in Action - Cause and Effect Analysis

Students match key events in the story with their outcomes, helping them see how actions lead to results. This strengthens understanding of cause-and-effect relationships and plot development. It also builds insight into Mafatu's growth and decision-making. This worksheet is a strong tool for reinforcing comprehension and reasoning skills.

Debating Courage - Argument Writing & Critical Thinking

Students respond to thought-provoking prompts about courage and support their ideas with examples. This builds skills in argument writing, reasoning, and communication. It encourages thoughtful discussion and multiple perspectives. This worksheet is great for both writing and speaking practice.

Mafatu vs. the Village - Character Comparison & Perspective Analysis

Students compare Mafatu with his father and the villagers, analyzing differences in beliefs and attitudes. This helps them understand how perspective shapes behavior and identity. It strengthens character analysis and critical thinking skills. This worksheet supports deeper insight into relationships within the story.

Mafatu's Battles - Types of Conflict Analysis

Students identify and classify different types of conflict in the story, such as man vs. nature and man vs. self. This builds understanding of how conflict drives the plot and shapes character growth. It also strengthens literary analysis skills. This worksheet is a strong introduction to story structure.

Mafatu's Journey in Order - Sequencing & Plot Development

Students organize major events from the story into the correct chronological order. This helps them understand how Mafatu's journey unfolds over time. It strengthens sequencing, comprehension, and reasoning skills. This worksheet is especially helpful for reinforcing plot structure.

Mafatu's Web of Courage - Character Relationships & Growth Mapping

Students create a visual map of the key influences in Mafatu's life. This helps them see how relationships and experiences shape his growth. It strengthens comprehension, organization, and analytical thinking. This worksheet supports deeper understanding of character development.

My Courage, Like Mafatu's - Personal Narrative & Reflection Writing

Students reflect on a time they showed courage and connect it to the story. This builds personal narrative writing and self-awareness. It also strengthens the connection between literature and real-life experiences. This worksheet supports both literacy and personal growth.

Reflecting on Courage - Personal Response & Comprehension

Students respond to prompts that encourage reflection on the story's events and themes. This strengthens comprehension, writing, and critical thinking skills. It also promotes meaningful engagement with the text. This worksheet is great for deeper discussion and understanding.

Symbols of Courage - Symbolism & Theme Connection

Students analyze key symbols in the story and explain their deeper meanings. This helps them connect objects and events to larger themes like courage and growth. It strengthens interpretation and analytical thinking. This worksheet supports deeper literary understanding.

Test Your Courage - Reading Comprehension & Multiple Choice

Students answer multiple-choice questions to demonstrate their understanding of the story. This reinforces recall, comprehension, and inference skills. It also helps build confidence with test-style questions. This worksheet works well as a review or assessment.

Themes of Courage - Theme Identification & Analysis

Students identify and analyze central themes such as bravery, fear, and perseverance. They connect story events to these larger ideas. This strengthens comprehension and critical thinking skills. This worksheet helps students understand the deeper meaning of the text.

Words of the Sea - Vocabulary & Context Understanding

Students match vocabulary words to their definitions, focusing on terms related to the story's setting. This builds vocabulary, comprehension, and context awareness. It also supports understanding of Mafatu's environment and challenges. This worksheet is a practical way to strengthen language skills.