10 Day Lesson Plan



Night of the Cossack, by Tom Blubaugh AND a 10 Day Lesson Plan by Theresa Franklin. Purchase on Amazon.com.



Night of the Cossack was released in 2011. It was inspired by the life of Tom Blubaugh's grandfather who was captured and forced into the life of a Cossack soldier. Since its release he has been busy promoting his book which has received a solid 5 start rating on Amazon.


Night of the Cossack is a compelling adventure about a teenager who is forced to grow up quickly. The main character, Nathan Hertzfield, faces many life or death situations during his saga. Join Nathan on his suspenseful journey through parts of Russia and Europe during the early 1900’s. Don’t miss this entertaining and intriguing story, Night of the Cossack.



The 10 Day Lesson Plan that Theresa Franklin wrote is based on Tom's book.


This lesson plan covers Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies plus discussion questions concerning Moral Dilemmas.


This Literature Based Curriculum Guide and 10 Day Lesson Plan was specifically designed for homeschool participants by Theresa Franklin. However, it is a wonderful tool for book clubs and family discussions.


This is a companion to the historical fiction book by Tom Blubaugh. Theresa Franklin said in her Amazon review of Night of the Cossack, “I highly recommend this book for teachers of any grade over sixth and reluctant readers.”


Overview of the Lesson Plan


  • The student uses a variety of word recognition strategies.
  • The student builds an extensive vocabulary through reading and systematic word study.
  • The student selects and uses appropriate operations to solve problems and justify solutions.
  • The student describes how changes in dimensions affect linear, area, and volume measurements.
  • The student experiments with the relationship between forces and motion through the study of Newton’s three laws.
  • The student will differentiate between speed, velocity, and acceleration.
  • The student will identify examples of responsible citizenship, including obeying rules and laws.
  • The student will support a point of view on a social studies issue or event.


Go to www.amazon.com and you can look inside to see the format.


Tom has been busy working the home school circuit to pass along these two amazing tools aimed at tween and teens.


You can purchase both of these books through www.amazon.com