About This Book
In 'Including Alice,' Phyllis Reynolds Naylor continues the journey of fifteen-year-old Alice McKinley as she enters 10th grade. This installment focuses on Alice's emotional adjustment to significant family changes: her father's remarriage and her older brother's move to his own apartment. The narrative delves into Alice's internal thoughts as she grapples with feelings of loneliness, self-doubt, and the value of societal traditions. It's a poignant exploration of growing up, adapting to new family structures, and finding one's identity amidst life's inevitable shifts, perfect for middle-grade readers experiencing similar transitions.
First semester of 10th Grade (Sylvia and Ben get married. Alice contemplates the value of social customs.)
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Discussion Prompts
1
How does Alice feel about her father getting remarried? How do you think she handles these feelings?
2
What are some of the challenges Alice faces when her brother moves out? How does this change their relationship?
3
Alice thinks a lot about social customs. What are some customs she questions, and why?
4
How does Alice's self-confidence change throughout the book? What helps her feel more sure of herself?
5
If you were Alice, what advice would you give her about dealing with all the changes in her life?
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