Research QuestionsWhat is an onomatopoeia?
Want a free raffle ticket? Memorize the spelling of onomatopoeia. Come to the first group reading and show us that you know it, and it is yours! Willow discusses a student in her class and he has restless leg syndrome. Do a google search. What is it? Willow gives an example of the bold-faced scientific lies in kindergarten, "It makes me feel really bad. The moon can't hear someone say good night; it is two hundred thirty-five thousand miles away. And bunnies don't live in houses. Also, I don't think that the artwork is very interesting." (Sloan, 17). What book is this? |
Discussion QuestionsWillow discusses her thoughts on labels, "It's possible that all labels are curses. unless they are on cleaning products. Because in my opinion, it's not really a great idea to see people as one thing." (Sloan). This becomes a major theme of the novel. As you read, try and find seven examples of characters being "labeled" by someone. (Throughout the book)
When Willow explains her ethnicity, does she use a definitive label? Willow says she has an interest in plants, "They are living, growing, reproducing, pushing, and pulling in the ground all around us at all times. We accept that without even noticing." (Sloan, 13). How could this compare to people and more specifically the people around Willow? |
Finding 7sHow many 7s can you find in this chapter; they are everywhere!
Here is fun one: On page 9 Willow discusses how much her parents love her. It is separated onto 7 lines! |