Introduce students to Canadian pioneer life through the experiences of young Willie Adams and his family. Lamplighter is a novel that will enrich your Canadian or pioneer studies and give young readers an enjoyable and memorable literary experience. This unit contains activities to develop skills in: comprehension, comparative thinking, creative writing, language skills, critical thinking, and drama. Individual, small group and whole group activities will enhance your whole language program. Teaching suggestions, novel synopsis and worksheets are included.