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89 pages 2 hours read

Janet Tashjian

My Life as a Book

Janet TashjianFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2010

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Essay Topics

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Why do you think Derek and children like him have an aversion to the type of reading that Derek’s teacher and mother want him to engage in? How does Derek deal with his aversion, and what does he learn about persistence?

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How do Derek’s illustrations serve as a metaphor, plot device, characterization tool, and theme?

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What does Derek learn about Susan, and how does his investigation become a journey of self-discovery?

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