Ida B Discussion

Ida B. felt so good after reading aloud to the class. She described the feeling as a "...warm glow that was in my belly and my arms and my legs and my head and wouldn't go away" (p.152). Have you ever done something that gave you a feeling like that? What was it? How would you describe the way it made you feel?

Hatchet Discussion

In what ways does Brian show he is mentally strong? Do you think he will continue to have a positive attitude? Why or why not?

Hatchet Thoughts- Mid Book

How do Brian's dreams help him survive? What other sources of inspiration does he have?

Two Ways of Hurting

In Hatchet, Brian is hurting two ways. One by the plane crash and being left alone in the wilderness, and two by the divorce of his parents. Which do you think is more hurtful and why?

Taste of Blackberries - Final Thoughts

What are your thoughts/feelings of the book?

Taste of Blackberries - Reflection

Why doesn't the boy think things can go back to being the same? Do you think they can? Why?

Taste of Blackberries - Middle of Book Thoughts

After reading the first four chapters, what do you think about the book so far? Provide examples and reasons why you have this opinion.

Taste of Blackberries by Doris Buchanan Smith

Knowing Jamie's personality and character, what would have been your reaction when he was 'playing' with the bees? Why do have that thought/feeling?