Author Skype

Middle School Book Club Skyping with Aimee Henley, author of  The Scourge.

October 16,2012

The Scourge by Aimee Henley

The Scourge is a fascinating and suspenseful novel that examines the tendency of people to become distrustful, fearful, and superstitious.  Discuss the ways that the characters in The Scourge have become paranoid and irrational.

Scumble

Ledger believes his father’s biggest dream is that Ledger’s savvy will make him lighting fast as a runner.Why does Ledger feel so disappointed when his savvy doesn’t give him this extraordinary ability? What does he fear about his father’s reaction? Do you think his reaction is appropriate?

Savvy Question #2
Fish and Rocket have a terrible time scumbling their savvies. How does this cause a ruckus for the Beaumont clan and others who know them? Are there any parts of your own personality that you have a difficult time controlling? Is it better to tone down parts of yourself so that you fit in society or is it more important to be yourself completely?

Matched
What details and events make the world in Matched Ally Condie created realistic and believable? What do think the positive qualities of the world are? What do you think the negative qualities of the world are?

Happy Friday to my book club members!  Tell me about the chapters you have read in your book this week.  Give me an overview of what is happening and how you feel about the book.

Savvy by Ingrid Law

Describe Mib's relationship with her parents and siblings.  How is it complicated by their savvies?  Do you think the inheritance of a savvy is a curse or a blessing?  Why? What have you inherited from your family?