Embedded Files
This section provides carefully curated educational and evaluation resources designed to support both the classroom use and professional review of our books.
For each title, you will find a Book Information Sheet with complete editorial and educational details, as well as a Download Preview option where available. These preview PDFs include selected chapters or sample materials that allow teachers, librarians, and schools to assess the narrative approach, level of adaptation, and overall suitability of each title for their educational context.
In addition, selected companion materials are provided to extend the reading experience and support comprehension, reflection, and active engagement in educational settings.
This section will be progressively expanded as new titles, editions, and educational resources are released.
Classroom editions
Classroom editions
Resources designed specifically for classroom use.
The Odyssey Classroom Edition
The Odyssey Classroom Edition
Assessment & Evaluation Resources
A set of classroom assessment and evaluation resources is available to support instructional use of this Classroom Edition. These materials are designed for flexible formative or summative assessment and support reading comprehension, chapter-based discussion and reflection, written and creative response activities, and oral participation aligned with the text.
All assessment materials are included within the Classroom Edition and may also be downloaded from the Resources section of the Standard Edition page for convenient access.
The following evaluation rubrics are provided for classroom use:
General Assessment Rubric – Reading & Comprehension (PDF)
General reading comprehension and understanding of narrative elements.Chapter-Based Rubric – Beyond the Story Activities (PDF)
Evaluation of discussion, reflection, and creative chapter-based activities.Writing & Creative Response Rubric (PDF)
Assessment of written and extended creative responses connected to the text.Oral Participation & Discussion Rubric (PDF)
Evaluation of oral participation during discussions, guided reading, and collaborative activities.
The Iliad and the Trojan War Classroom Edition
The Iliad and the Trojan War Classroom Edition
Homer’s Epic Adapted for Young Readers, with Student Activities and Teacher Guidance
The materials provided here are preview and evaluation resources designed to offer insight into the educational approach, narrative adaptation, and classroom structure of the forthcoming edition
Assessment & Evaluation Resources
A set of classroom assessment and evaluation resources is being developed to support instructional use of The Iliad – Classroom Edition. These materials are designed for flexible formative or summative assessment and support reading comprehension, chapter-based discussion and reflection, written and creative response activities, and oral participation aligned with the text.
Currently available for download:
Chapter-Based Activities Rubric – (PDF)
Assessment of student responses to the chapter-based activities included after each chapter (Understand the Story, Think and Discuss, Create, Reflection).Chapter-Based Oral Participation & Discussion Rubric - (PDF)
Assessment of oral participation during chapter-based discussions, guided reading, and collaborative activities.
General Assessment Rubric – Reading & Comprehension (PDF)
Assessment of reading comprehension across the text, including understanding of key events, cause-and-effect relationships, character motivations and decisions, and responses grounded in the text.Writing & Creative Response Rubric (PDF)
Assessment of written and perspective-based responses focused on character decisions, ethical questions, and key moments in the text.Student Activity Book (included in the Classroom Edition)
Teacher Resource Guide (included in the Classroom Edition)
Bilingual editions
Bilingual editions
Educational resources designed to support bilingual reading and language learning, suitable for dual-language and ESL contexts.
The Odyssey Bilingual Edition
The Odyssey Bilingual Edition
Teacher Notes (PDF) This downloadable document contains the Teacher Notes section included in the most recent Bilingual Classroom Edition of The Odyssey. It is provided as an additional resource for educators who purchased earlier editions and wish to access the same instructional material.
* Companion Activity Book available (shared English-language resource, suitable for all editions)
Standard editions
Standard editions
Complementary resources for our Standard Editions, suitable for individual reading, shared reading, and general classroom use.
Companion Classroom Resources (language-independent resource)
Companion Classroom Resources (language-independent resource)
Other Languages
Other Languages
* Companion Activity Book available (shared English-language resource, suitable for all editions)
* Companion Activity Book available (shared English-language resource, suitable for all editions)
* Companion Activity Book available (shared English-language resource, suitable for all editions)
* Companion Activity Book available (shared English-language resource, suitable for all editions)
Companion Activity Books / Classroom Resources
Companion Activity Books / Classroom Resources
The Odyssey – Classroom Instructional Resource (PDF)
The Odyssey – Classroom Instructional Resource (PDF)
This classroom instructional resource is designed to accompany The Odyssey and support its use in structured educational settings. It transforms the reading of a classical epic into a guided, text-centered learning experience suitable for middle school classrooms and homeschool environments.
Organized chapter by chapter and fully aligned with the narrative progression of the story, the resource integrates comprehension tasks, guided discussion prompts, analytical and creative writing activities, vocabulary development, and chapter-based teacher notes. Each section is carefully connected to key episodes, decisions, and themes in Odysseus’s journey.
Beyond simple plot review, these materials encourage students to examine leadership, responsibility, temptation, perseverance, and identity through close reading, discussion, and structured written response.
This instructional resource is included in the Classroom Edition of The Odyssey and is also available here as a standalone companion to support use of the Standard Edition. Because it follows the shared narrative structure of the adaptation, it may be used alongside bilingual and international editions.
Designed for Grades 5–8, this resource provides a coherent instructional framework that supports sustained reading, analytical thinking, and meaningful classroom dialogue.
Currently available for download:
Assessment rubrics and additional evaluation materials are available on this page in the dedicated Classroom Edition section.
Homer's The Iliad – Companion Classroom Resources (PDF)
Homer's The Iliad – Companion Classroom Resources (PDF)
These companion classroom resources are designed to support the use of The Iliad in educational settings, providing structured materials for both students and teachers.
The Student Activity Book offers chapter-based activities that support reading comprehension, discussion, and written or creative response. The activities encourage students to engage actively with key episodes of the Trojan War while exploring central themes such as honor, leadership, responsibility, loyalty, grief, and the human cost of war.
The Teacher Resource Guide provides pedagogical support aligned with the Classroom Edition, including chapter-based introductions and teaching notes. It is designed to help teachers frame discussion, guide ethical reflection, and adapt the material to different classroom contexts. While this content is included in the Classroom Edition, it is made available here as a standalone PDF so it can also be used alongside the Standard Edition.
Both resources are included in the Classroom Edition of The Iliad and are offered here as standalone PDFs to complement the Standard Edition. They are based on the shared narrative structure and core content of the adaptation, regardless of format.
Designed for middle school classrooms, these materials offer a clear, practical, and flexible way to work with The Iliad in educational contexts.
Download Student Activity Book
Download Teacher Resource Guide
Millones de gatitos. My Activity Book
Millones de gatitos. My Activity Book
A Bilingual Activity Book (Spanish–English)
An illustrated, bilingual activity book (Spanish–English) designed to accompany the picture book Millones de gatos / Millions of Cats.
What’s included
Coloring pages inspired by scenes and characters from the book
Simple creative prompts (adding details, completing drawings, imagining new elements)
Activities that encourage observation, imagination, and fine motor skills
Clear, child-friendly instructions provided in both Spanish and English
Designed for
Children ages 3 to 8
Shared reading and creative time with families
Early childhood education and the first years of elementary school
Recommended use
Designed as a follow-up activity after reading the story, extending the reading experience through drawing, coloring, and imaginative play.
Teaching Guides
Teaching Guides
Ollada de Tinta is developing a series of teaching guides focused on the classroom use of classical literature.
These articles explore practical questions that often arise when introducing major literary works in educational settings, including reading accessibility, narrative structure, classroom discussion, and ways of helping students engage with longer literary texts.
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