Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from What Jamie Saw

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

Van's House - Jamie, Patty and Nin are living here when Van takes the baby and throws him across the room.

Earl's Apartment - When Patty spirited her kid's away from Van and his abuse, she drives them here.

Silver Trailer - Earl owns this on the outskirts of town. It is located by a pond and surrounded by mountains.

The Pond - Earl teaches Jamie how to skate here.

Magic Book - This is Jamie's most treasured possession.

Christmas Carnival - Jamie wins a ring toss here and brings home a stuffed...
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