Title Analysis

Just by looking at the title, what do you think this book will be about? Why might a prisoner and a writer be connected? Where and when do you think this story takes place?

Exploring the Sidebars

Invite a representative from your local recycling center to come talk to the class. Have each student prepare at least one thoughtful question for the guest, either about the process of recycling in general or how it works in your community. When the presentation has...

Timeline

Milly’s success didn’t happen overnight. She worked very hard and took things one step at a time. Break students into small groups and have them review the text to create a list of the major events in Milly’s life that played a role in establishing nationwide plastics...

What is Your Opinion?

Offer Opinion of Text Do you like or dislike the text and why? Who is your favorite or least favorite and why? Will you read this book again? Why or why not? Will you recommend this book to a friend?

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...