Discuss the Theme

Does the title state the theme? What are you going to remember about this book? What is the purpose of the story? What is the subject of the book? What is the general truth that the author seems to be stating about human nature? What things does the reader have to...

Discuss the Mood

Does the author communicate a feeling that goes with the story? What words characterize the story? How did your feeling change as you read the story? Was there an undercurrent or hidden mood in the story? Was there a tension in the story that made you want to finish...

Discuss the Plot

What would you change in the story? How well are the events tied together in the story? Did you feel the stories moved rapidly enough? If not, where was the action too slow? Name at least two conflicts in the book. What were the author’s solutions? How would you...

Discuss the Characters

Who were the main characters? Were they believable? What techniques did the author use to portray each character? What characters do you like best and why? Would you and your family like to have one of the characters as a friend? Why? Is there a character like you in...

Discuss the Setting

Where did the book take place? Could it have taken place anywhere else? Why? How accurately are you able to see the place where the story occurs in your mind? Explain. How does each character use the environment? How does the time play a major role in each story?...