About This Book
Money Hungry introduces readers to Raspberry Hill, a resilient thirteen-year-old who is deeply affected by her family's past experiences with homelessness and ongoing financial struggles. Living in the projects with her mother, Raspberry is consumed by the desire to earn money, believing it's the only way to secure their future and escape their difficult circumstances. The book delves into the complexities of poverty, ambition, and the emotional toll of financial insecurity, while also highlighting the strong bond between Raspberry and her mother. It's a poignant and empowering story about perseverance, self-worth, and finding hope amidst challenging realities, making it suitable for middle-grade readers ready for a thoughtful exploration of socioeconomic themes.
Thirteen-year-old Raspberry Hill has memories of being homeless and poor that haunt her. But even money can't answer the question: will she and her mother ever move out of the projects? Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.
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Discussion Prompts
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How do Raspberry's past experiences with homelessness affect her actions and feelings in the present?
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What does 'money hungry' mean to Raspberry, and how does her understanding of money evolve throughout the story?
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Discuss the different ways people in the book try to improve their lives. Are some ways more effective or ethical than others?
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How does Raspberry's relationship with her mother support or challenge her goals?
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What do you think the book teaches us about ambition, resilience, and the true meaning of security?
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