Holes
By Louis Sachar
Pick an aspect of the book from the following list to discuss with your group. You will be expected to discuss the issue chosen by your group on your group's blog . Use the events in the book as examples and support for your arguments and discussions. Add links to sites that offer more information on the topic.
- Choose and research one of the following themes.
- Create your group's blog.
- Email the blog url to the teacher to post on this blog.
- Respond to comments on your blog.
- Comment on other students' blogs.
- Link to other sites on the topic.
Bullying and Teasing. Teasing and bullying in schools is a problem that can have devastating and lifelong effects -- both for the bully and their victims. Remember Stanley was a victim of bullying at school before he came to Camp Green Lake
Martel, Cole, & Michael's group:
http://bullyholes.blogspot.com/
Homelessness. Stanley's friend was homeless before he came to camp. Discuss homelessness in your community. What would it be like to be homeless?
Juvenile Justice & Detention. Read about the history of juvenile delinquency. How do you think that teenagers should be treated in the judicial system?
Desert Life. Stanley had to deal with life in the desert, including lack of water and harmful creatures. Create a list of the helpful and harmful aspects of life in the desert.
Gypsies. According to family legend, Stanley was under a curse from a gypsy woman. Investigate the history and culture of gypsies, many who prefer to be called Roma.
Links to the group blogs and their topics will be posted under the links listed above.
