Book Detail

Saying It Out Loud

Publication Information
Author:  Abelove, Joan Illustrator:  
Title:  Saying It Out Loud Date:  1999
Publisher:  DK Publishing City:  New York
ISBN, paperback:  0-7894-2609-9 ISBN, hardback:  

Recommended audience:
ABE/ABLE:   Yes ESOL:  
Family:   Yes Young Adult:   Yes
Picture:  

General Information:
Book Type(s):    fiction

HSE Descriptor(s):   

Summary:
Mindy is a typical 16-year-old teenager when her mother develops a serious medical problem. This touching story alternates between Mindy's current feelings and actions and flashbacks to earlier memories to show her reaction to this terrible tragedy.

Teaching Ideas:
Mindy's character is well developed and rings true. Learners may want to create character sketches or compare and contrast characters. Students could keep a reading log to track Mindy's responses to her mother's impending death. Check the web site below to find information about the stages of grief on the Internet for additional discussion and writing. Students may also want to discuss the importance and comfort of memories in dealing with loss. web site: www.aomc.org/HOD2/general/stress-THE-3.html

Keywords: select any link below for a list of resources which also have that keyword
bullet Emotions-Personal Issues > emotions > anger
bullet Emotions-Personal Issues > emotions > betrayal
bullet Emotions-Personal Issues > personal issues > individual > coming-of-age
bullet Emotions-Personal Issues > emotions > death
bullet Emotions-Personal Issues > emotions > grief
bullet Emotions-Personal Issues > personal issues > individual > physical issues > health
bullet Emotions-Personal Issues > emotions > loss
bullet Emotions-Personal Issues > personal issues > group > relationships > friendships
bullet Emotions-Personal Issues > personal issues > individual > responsibilities


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