This novel is composed of many short letters or "the longest letter in the world" from Stargirl to her ex-boyfriend, Leo. What does this structure tell you about Stargirl's character and her relationship with Leo? Do you think Stargirl planned to send this letter to Leo as she was writing it? How can you tell? Overall, do you think this structure worked for the novel? Why or why not? Be sure to include examples from the text to help strengthen your arguments.

Many of the characters in this novel have one defining personal accessory that Jerry Spinelli uses to develop their characters. For instance, Dootsie adores ketchup and Alvina wears a necklace with Winnie the Pooh dangling from it. Choose at least three characters in the novel and describe their starring character trait. How does this trait inform their character growth and struggles? Be...