About This Book
Judy Blume's 'Tiger Eyes' is a poignant and honest exploration of grief, trauma, and healing through the eyes of 15-year-old Davey Wexler. After her father is tragically shot, Davey's family moves to Los Alamos, New Mexico, where she battles intense anxiety and panic attacks. The story sensitively portrays her journey of processing loss, finding a therapist, and forming a transformative friendship with a mysterious boy named Wolf. It addresses themes of family dynamics, self-discovery, and the difficult path of moving forward after profound loss, making it a powerful read for young people navigating complex emotions.
Davey has never felt so alone in her life. Her father is dead—shot in a holdup—and now her mother is moving the family to New Mexico to try to recover. Climbing in Lost Alamos Canyons, Davey meets mysterous Wolf, who seems to understand the rage and fear she feels. Slowly, with Wolf's help, Davey realizes that she must get on with her life. But when will she be ready to leave the past behind? Will she ever stop hurting?
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Discussion Prompts
1
How does Davey's move to New Mexico help her cope with her grief, and what challenges does it present?
2
Discuss the significance of Wolf and his father in Davey's healing journey. What lessons does she learn from them?
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Davey experiences panic attacks and intense anxiety. How does the book portray these feelings, and what strategies does she use to cope?
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How do the different family members, like Gwen, Jason, Bitsy, and Walter, each deal with Adam's death, and how does this affect Davey?
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What does the title 'Tiger Eyes' mean to you in the context of Davey's story and her transformation?
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