The End

Well, our book has come to an end. And what an ending it was! Simple, yet unexpected. Or did you expect the ending? In fact, how did you feel about the book as a whole? Who were your favorite characters? Which parts were your favorite? What kind of future do you see for Natalie? How did Moose step into his Mom's shoes for once? What might happen with Moose and Piper in the future?

And after you've made some predictions, check out Gennifer Choldenko's sequel, Al Capone Shines My Shoes, to see how closely your predictions match.

And the plot thickens!

Our lovely SD weather has put us a bit behind in our reading. However, we are now in the final section of our book. Please feel free to comment on any of the following OR to share your own opinions, comments, and open-ended questions about our most recent read aloud chapters.

1) How do you feel about Moose's like-hate relationship with Piper. He mentions at one point something to the effect that he didn't think he could "like someone as much as he disliked Piper". What do you think? Why? (provide support)
2) Do you think Piper is being mean or honest about Natalie whenever she has confronted Moose about Natalie in the most recent chapters? Why do you think the way you do? (provide support)
3) How did you feel when Moose's Dad (Cam) finally stood up to Helen (Moose's mom)? How do you think Moose felt?
4) How has Natalie improved? Do you think she'll get into the Esther P. Marinoff the second time around? Why/why not?
5) Do you think Natalie understands love? Why/why not?

Again, check back often, and feel free to comment on specific students' posts.