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Redesign the Novel’s Cover

Understanding non-literary elements of a novel can provide a deeper understanding of its meaning. While staying true to the novel and its message, allow the students to redraw a new book cover. Tell them to prepare a short description explaining the reasoning behind their artistic choices.

Jordan's Astronaut Journey

Jordan has a hard time facing the reality of his cancer diagnosis. To deal with his pain, he imagines that he is an astronaut. The novel reveals that Jordan is not an astronaut, but a public relations executive. Give Jordan a chance to be an astronaut for real - write a short story about Jordan's friend group but set it in space.

Nicknames

Craig is nicknamed Nana because of his tendency to fall asleep early and love of night gowns. Create nicknames for Marielle, Naomi, Jordy, and Jordan. Write a short explanation about why...

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