Drums, Girls & Dangerous Pie Final Blog

Evaluate the novel. Explain what you particularly liked best about the book. What did you learn from reading this book? Would you suggest this book be read by my future 8th grade students?

Drums, Girls & Dangerous Pie: Blog #6 (p. 206-242)

How does Steven's visit to the hospital in Philadelphia change him and also make him more of a "man"? Discuss how both what he sees and whom he meets at the hospital contribute to the change in Steven.

Drums, Girls & Dangerous Pie: Blog #5 (p. 176-205)

What causes Steven to seek his counselor's advice? What does she tell him to do? Do you think this is good advice for him? Why or why not? In what specific ways does he follow her advice and what is the outcome?

Drums, Girls & Dangerous Pie: Blog #4 (p. 131-175)

Describe a few of the causes of Steven's anger in this section of the book. If you were Steven, do you think you would react the same way? Why or why not? Also, although he feels lonely and neglected, what signs are there that others really do care about him?

Drums, Girls and Dangerous Pie: Blog #3

In what ways does Steven's concern for Jeffrey show in his thoughts and actions? How does Steven attempt to entertain and comfort Jeffrey?

Drums, Girls and Dangerous Pie: Blog #2

Describe how each of the Alper's (mom, dad, Steven, and Jeffrey) are handling Jeffrey's illness. Give specific examples from the story that show each character's reaction to Jeffrey's leukemia. Also, discuss how his brother's disease has affected Steven's attitude toward his mom and dad. Finally, explain who you believe is handling the disease the best and why.

Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie: Blog #1 (p. 1-36)

What kind of person is Steven? Discuss several aspects of Steven's personality so far and give examples from the book for support. Predict how you think he will respond to his brother's illness in the upcoming chapters.