Thownk – Bauer
Imagine having a personal cupid--an actual winged being--pop into your life and offer to make your dreams come true. The catch is he can help you in only one way: artistically, academically, or romantically. Discuss which aspect YOU would choose. Be sure to include the pros and cons once chosen.
The Weirdo – Taylor
Select one conflict below and discuss how the conflict was part of the novel and the solutions for the conflict.
Chip’s dealing with memories of the plane crash
Conflict between Chip and his father
Sam’s friend’ reactions when she told them about Chip
Sam’s feelings about being in the middle of the “Save the Bear” campaign taking Chip’s
side versus her father’s side
Sam’s confrontation with her father over the trapped bear
Sam’s taking a stand with Chip against her father at the meeting
The Secret Life of Amanda K. Woods - Cameron
Why is it hard for people to show their real selves to others? Has it ever been difficult for
you? Discuss the situation and the decision you made.
Amanda tries to get her father to talk to her. Why do you think parents sometimes are
closed off from their children, like Amanda's father? What experience have you had that makes you feel this way? What could you do to have better communication with your parents?
Margaret changes a lot in the book. What changes do you see in her, and what do you
think are the causes? Amanda changes a lot, too. How would you describe the changes in her?
The Worst of Times
The Great Depression was a bleak time in
America
. Compare and contrast the book’s
experiences/descriptions with what you see in today’s economy/society. Give
your outlook for the future.
The Invisible Man – Wells
The hunter and the hunted each see invisibility differently. Choose one of the following statements and discuss your thoughts in detail.
Being invisible would be awesome/awful because…..
Science of this type should/should not be controlled by the world’s governments.
