1. -Pre-reading -Chapters 1 and 2 -Leadership Wrap-Up Question
Among the Hidden
-Pre-reading
-Chapters 1 and 2
-Leadership Wrap-Up Question

2. Anticipation Guide
Directions: Before reading the novel, think about your responses to the following questions, be prepared to discuss your answers.
Before Reading
Statement
After Reading
1. Having a loving family fulfills our basic human needs.
2. All members of a group should be treated equally.
3. It is never all right to cover up the truth.
4. It is unnatural for people to have an attachment to someone.
5. The purpose of life is to strive for goals and dreams at any cost.
6. It is never alright to tell a secret that is shared with you even if its illegal.
7. Running away from your family and home is never acceptable.

3. During Reading Note-Taking and Summarizing Graphic Organizer
Directions: Have students create a chart similar to the one below, in order to keep track of important details as they read. List the setting(s) and summarize each major event in the chapter. Keep your summaries short. A few words or phrases.
Setting
Characters
Important Things to Remember from the Chapter
Chapter 1
1st- the woods
Luke
Luke is 12. His dad, mom, and 2 older brothers, Matthew and Mark, think most government is BAD!
Chapter 2

4. Listen to Chapter 1, read by Superintendent, Dr. Griffin.
Directions:
Open the share folder on the teacher computer.
Open the Among the Hidden Folder.
Select VTS_01-1.
You will need to select media player.
Video of Dr. Griffin will open in media player and he will read Chapter 1 aloud.

5. Chapter 1: After Reading Questions
Directions: After reading Chapter 1, respond to the following questions on a separate sheet of paper, use supporting details from the text.
Luke says to himself, “I will never be allowed outside again. Maybe never again as long as I live.” What might Luke be thinking?
Examine why Luke does not have to do chores like his brothers.
What is Mother’s motive for hiding Luke’s plate in the cupboard before it has even been washed?