Fresh: Discussion Questions

 Respond to each of the following questions.  Remember to provide proof and text evidence for your answers.

Why does Dan risk disappointing Lauri and hurting his feelings?

Why doesn’t Dan tell Lauri that he isn’t sure they should remove Fresh from the river?

Why can’t Dan decide whether to let the mussel go or keep it for Lauri?

Fresh: Second Reading

During your second reading, you were asked to note places where Dan was acting nice and places where he was acting a little strange. 

Considering these observations, why do you think Dan leaves Fresh's fate to chance and how do you think he feels about what finally happens?

Fresh

If you were Dan, what would you have done with Fresh?  Why?

Think About It.....

What was the biggest ostacle/challenge  the person you are reading about had to overcome?  How would you handle the same situation?

Journal Entries for the Week of 9/29/09

Stuart Little Chapter 10

How do you think Stuart with react to Margalo's sudden departure?

Why do you think Margalo leaves without saying good-bye to Stuart?

Stuart Little

Would you want George as a brother?  Why or Why not?

What further problems do you predict Stuart will face?  What makes you think so?

How might a mouse like Stuart be helpful at your house?

Thoughts for Monday

What qualities do you look for in a best friend?

The Little Dog

The Little Dog protected Cheryl, Claire and Christin because his size scared off anyone who came near.

Thank You M'am by Langston Hughes

Read and answer the following questions in the comments section of the blog. Remember to provide support for your thinking and text evidence from the story for a complete response. Once you've responded, check back often and make comments to at least two others that move the thinking along.

Why did Mrs. Jones take Roger home in the first place?

Why does Mrs. Jones give Roger the money for the blue suede shoes?

Why doesn't Roger run away when Mrs. Jones turns him lose to wash his face?