After reviewing the reading comprehension scores from individualized achievenment tests, I noted that my students scored well below grade level. In teacher made tests I noticed that students have trouble recognizing the components of stories. They will, in this unit, rewrite fairy tales to explore how changes in literary elements alter the story lines requiring them to access the higher order thinking skills such as synthesis and analysis. This track, Cinderella...and the Seven Drawfs???, will target the content standards of Reading: Grades 3-5. Content Standard: The student will develop the reading skills necessary for word recognition, comprehension, interpretation, analysis, evaluation, and appreciation of the written text. A goal statement for this track is that reading is a lifelong process which builds on language development. Students must apply a wide range of strategies to enhance the reading process. They improve their comprehension of printed information and gain knowledge of themselves as world citizens through varied experiences with literature. As students respond to texts individually and share in literary communities, they become critical readers and experience increased comprehension and personal satisfaction. Learning expectations include to experience and develop interest in literature which includes multicultural, gender, and ethnic diversity. Apply a variety of reading strategies. Extend reading vocabulary utilizing sight words, phonetic and structural analysis, and context. Improve comprehension by interpreting, analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating written text. Use comprehension strategies to enhance understanding, to make predictions, and to respond to literature. Read orally to develop fluency, expression, accuracy, and confidence. Read independently for a variety of purposes. Utilize sources of information including technological tools. Develop study skills to facilitate learning.Develop skills in making inferences and recognizing u