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"Sarah turned her head and looked back at me with a smile. I waved good-bye with a hand still warm from holding hers," (P. 213). From this text, Evvy recalls Sarah's touch and the feeling of warmth that she feels when she's with Sarah. Even when Evvy is free from the grasp of Loon Lake, she still thinks of Sarah and her well being. They pledge to remember each other and to send letters, showing they want to be in touch. They don't think of their time in Loon Lake as a 1 year friendship from Elementary School, they intend to stay in contact and leave the other updated. This shows that their relationship has escalated beyond their relationship with the other girls at Loon Lake. Evvy and Sarah understand each other. They never lost sight of the other. They have a bond that others don't have leaving such a facility. They pledge to not forget each other. They encourage each other.

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"She'd solved yet another mystery. Sarah opened her eyes and smiled at me. "I've been seeing it coming for a while, Evvy. You look healthier than most of the staff these days. Then this morning, when you came back to the room, you look like you'd been crying. I figured there was only one thing that could make you cry like that"-she paused and took a deep, clear breath-"knowing you were going to see Abe soon," (P. 207). It takes a strong bond to be able to know someone's feelings, yet Sarah is able to understand what makes Evvy feel certain feelings. In this case, Sarah knows that her crying meant that she was leaving Loon Lake. Sarah is also able to confront Evvy about this, making me believe that their relationship has developed to the point where they are each others ride-or-die.

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In the story, it is mentioned that activities were cancelled for a period of time due to the instructor eloping with a patient. Thing is, nobody seemed to talk about it at Loon Lake. I think the people in my life and myself wouldn't be able to relate to the quietness about this situation. I am nosy, I will admit, so I would try to find a deeper meaning within the situation. I know that they most likely didn't want to get in trouble and/or wanted to be respectful, but I would be deprived of cool events at that point. Though I would try to be conscious of the event and the people involved.

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Many of the girls don't like activities because they were boring and some consisted of schoolwork. I don't think I would relate to the hatred of activities within Loon Lake Sanatorium. It's strictly quiet and I think I would find any activity fun since I would basically be under lock down in my room otherwise. Though I don't understand why they hate activities, I guess they wish that outside of their locked down rooms they had more freedom. I guess any sort of freedom is good for me in that situation.

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"With Sarah back, the May anniversary of my arrival at Loon Lake seemed bearable. Our flurry of Bed Post notes had me laughing instead of crying about those first miserable weeks here," (P. 193). "I liked it best when I made Sarah giggle; she liked it best when she made me think. And we both liked the feeling we were getting better-together, one Loon Lake day at a time," (P. 194). Another notable part of Sarah and Evvy's relationship is that just seeing the other can alone make their day better. Evvy is also able to express parts of Sarah she adores and recognize their friendship within Loon Lake. Sarah and Evvy also heavily rely on each other to get through each day at Loon Lake now that they are back together. This shows that they have reached peak-comfort-ability with each other.

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(4) Evvy is overjoyed due to Sarah's return

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(4) Evvy is overjoyed due to Sarah's return

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"Miss Wanda wheeled Sarah back into the room May 8, 1941, at 9:27 A.M. I had just finished my morning glass of buttermilk when I looked up and saw Sarah smiling at me. Dr. Keith was right. I was pleased. More than pleased. Her face looked softer and fuller and had some color," (P. 189). I love how in this text, Evvy is able to recall all of the details about Sarah's return, similarly to how Sarah was able to recall information relating to Evvy at the beginning of the story. Evvy was cheerful and proceeded to continuously ask Sarah about her stay, showing her compassion for Sarah. Since Sarah has returned to their room, her and Evvy's relationship only improves through the end of the story.

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Mirror - Children of Blood and Bone - Tomi Adeyemi

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Amari feels bad for supposedly "messing up" the plan for the arena challenge since she didn't defend her teammates when they first invaded their ship. Thing is, their team still reigned victorious. I relate to Amari feeling bad for not doing her part, because I often feel that if I did my part correct, then my teammates (in this case) wouldn't have to clean up my mess. It's a bad habit on both of our parts. Amari still contributed the most at the end by killing the opposing captain.

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Minutes: 25
Pages: 30
How I felt reading: I was good at the beginning, but my speed slowly deteriorated.
Did I meet my goal: No

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Evvy and Sarah see each other for the first time in a while/sneak in plan

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Evvy and Sarah see each other for the first time in a while/sneak in plan

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"Sarah smiled, her eyes brightening, "Well then, you'd better get going before they find you, Pollyanna." I stood up and hoped Sarah didn't notice how my legs wobbled. "Just promise me you'll try to get better, Sarah." "I promise. And you promise too," (P. 157). From this text, you can tell that this bond isn't one-sided. Evvy risked her stay at Loon Lake to sneak out and check on Sarah, which overfilled Sarah with joy. Not only this, but Sarah cares for if Evvy gets caught, showing that despite being apart for months without any forward communication, they still feel for the other. Sarah clearly cares for Evvy. They still have this strong bond compared to the other girls while knowing full well that they will both leave and not see each other for what will feel like centuries or die.

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Minutes: 25
Pages: 34
How I felt reading: Kind of hard to focus and I sped up a lot near the end.
Did I meet my goal: No

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(3) Sarah entrusts Evvy with her biggest secret

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(3) Sarah entrusts Evvy with her biggest secret

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"No, Evvy" she said, fighting back a smile. "My secret is that I'm Jewish. My real name is Sarah Meier, not Sarah Morgan," (P. 109). As you can tell from this text, Sarah begins to trust Evvy with such a secret ever since they got past their first fight. Not only this, but Sarah chooses to only tell Evvy out of all of the girls in their room. Evvy promises to keep Sarah's secret safe and their bond develops. It is clear that Sarah trusts Evvy enough to tell her this, especially as World War II is going on outside of Loon Lake. I believe this point in the story is where they become each others most trusted friend.

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Minutes: 25
Pages: 43
How I felt reading: My speed fluctuated a lot compared to yesterday.
Did I meet my goal: No

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"Sarah lifted her head. "I think Evvy should write a poem. She has a way with words." I felt my ears tingle. I'd told Sarah how I liked to learn new words, but that didn't mean I could write poems or stories. Still, it was nice Sarah thought I could," (P. 86). As shown in this text, although Sarah seemed to despise Evvy during their first meet, she seems to still want to form a bond with her. In addition to such, Sarah is able recall details about Evvy and things that Evvy has mentioned, which Sarah hasn't shown to do for the other girls. I understand that Sarah just may be observant, but I believe that she is putting in the effort to be friends with Evvy.

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"I studied the photo of a boyish face like Dena's," (BREATHING ROOM, P. 139).

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"I studied the photo of a boyish face like Dena's," (BREATHING ROOM, P. 139).

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Denotation: A captured image.

Connotation: Dena's last proper memory with her best friend/her brother.

The mood associated with this connotation is neutral because it is a happy memory, but it turns bittersweet when you realize that Dena's brother is dead.

The author used this connotation to show Dena's cherishing attitude towards trinkets and other memories. It also shows how much Dena misses her brother. It also adds to the understanding of Dena's character, as she seems very reckless, but she has been through a lot. We learn that Dena considered her brother her best friend and that she likes to keep memories within photos and trinkets.

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"Sarah?" I said as my eyes swept the room," (P. 153).

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"Sarah?" I said as my eyes swept the room," (P. 153).

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The figurative language used is personification because eyes on their own are unable to actually sweep a room. This is effective because it shows Evvy's inability to understand what Dena is trying to infer. The author included this to enhance the writing. This helps the us understand Evvy a bit more as a character because it differentiates her as a character even when it comes down to something as simple as understanding what somebody is putting down.

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When Dr. Keith catches Dena and Evvy out and about in the sanatorium, he takes them back to their room. The two girls prepare to be scolded, but Dr. Keith actually lies to Nurse Marshall for them. I relate to Dr. Keith because I would do the same thing. I would understand that they were worried for Sarah and as long as they weren't doing anything super dangerous, I would let them get away with it. It's not like any of them could contract TB since they all already contracted it.

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Dena and Evvy sneak out of the activity room to find the private room Sarah mentioned in her letters where she is resting. They do everything in there power to not get caught, and even use an unfamiliar route from a floor plan in the sanatorium. I care for my friends, but I don't think I would ever have the guts to sneak out to a place I wasn't supposed to be. After reading about what Dena and Evvy did and knowing how sick Sarah appeared to be, I think the risk might have been worth it.

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Minutes: 35
Pages: 54
How I felt reading: I got distracted a few times but overall, I felt I kept a consistent speed.
Did I meet my goal: Yes

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"I felt my eyes stealing a quick look," (P. 93)

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"I felt my eyes stealing a quick look," (P. 93)

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The figurative language used in this sentence is a personification because living qualities are given to eyes, which cannot technically survive off themselves. This is effective because it shows that Evvy is starting to care more about Sarah's health. Evvy couldn't help but look at Sarah's scale because she wanted to see if Sarah made any progress. This helps us understand Evvy's caring nature towards Sarah, despite them not getting off on the best of foot.

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(1) Evvy tells Sarah what happens at Loon Lake 

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(1) Evvy tells Sarah what happens at Loon Lake 

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"Sarah, what Dena said about a patient going home-" Don't! Sarah cried, pressing her hands against her ears. "Don't say anything, Evvy! I know what happened," (P. 69). As you can tell from this text, Sarah and Evvy didn't get off on the best of foot. Sarah came to Loon lake extremely sick and was unaware of the true horrors that the patients at Loon Lake have already became numb to. Sarah was most likely already dealing with being away from her family and fighting her illness, so Evvy suddenly trying to explain what "going home" meant probably pushed Sarah off the cliff. Based on this scene, we can infer that the two started off with bad blood between them.

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"Dena scooped up the bottle caps...but instead took an envelope, dropped the six caps inside, and tucked the bumpy envelope into her drawer," (BREATHING ROOM, P. 84)

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"Dena scooped up the bottle caps...but instead took an envelope, dropped the six caps inside, and tucked the bumpy envelope into her drawer," (BREATHING ROOM, P. 84)

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Denotation: Caps from bottles of cola.

Connotation: A happy memory at Loon Lake for Dena.

The mood associated with this line is positive because Dena didn't want to throw away the bottle caps and instead wanted to remember the nice night they had together.

The author used this line because it shows that Dena still wants to remember the happy moments at Loon Lake. It adds the feeling that despite everyone at Loon Lake being there for a negative reason, they are still trying to make the best out of it. This adds to our understand of Dena as a character and how strict Loon Lake is. We also learn about the lengths Nurse Gunderson is willing to go to make sure the girls are still able to go with at least 1 happy memory from Loon Lake.

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Minutes: 25
Pages: 42
How I felt reading: More focused than yesterday. I didn't notice big reading speed fluctuation either.
Did I meet my goal: Yes

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Minutes: 10
Pages: 11
How I felt reading: Was honestly hard to focus considering everybody was doing their own thing.
Did I meet my goal: No

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When the girls started questioning if Nurse Gunderson contracted TB, I relate to that idea of overthinking things to the extreme. They had really no way of proving this, but they immediately assumed the worst case scenario. Even if it's something as simple as not taking care of the girls for a few days, they all know that anything could happen. I understand the feeling of not knowing, but also assuming some sort of knowledge.

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When Pearl suffered a hemorrhage and died in Dena's arms, that scene made my heart sink. I've never witnessed somebody die like that, but it has to be traumatizing. Dena isn't the type to admit it, but she loved Pearl's company. This scene made me realize that I would want to be with my loved ones when they pass away, as if I'm sending them off into the afterlife.

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Denotation: A color.

Connotation: Abe's feelings about Evvy being away.

The mood shown in this phrase is both positive and negative. Negative because Abe really misses Evvy, but positive because Evvy is happy he misses her too.

The author used a connotation of "blue" to show how indirectly Abe was with his feelings. It adds to the love Evvy has for her brother and how Abe misses Evvy. We learn that Abe misses Evvy but has trouble expressing his feelings. Sarah was also the one who told Evvy about the connotation "blue," showing that Sarah looks deeper beyond the surface.

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"I mean, they fight like cats and dogs all the time," (P. 73)

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"I mean, they fight like cats and dogs all the time," (P. 73)

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The figurative language used is a simile because Beverly is comparing Dena and Pearl's constant fighting to the opposite-relationship of cats and dogs using the word "like."

This is effective because it enhances the writing of the story and also shows how Beverly feels about hearing them argue 24/7. The author included this to show the dynamic of Dena and Pearl. This helps us understand Dena and Pearl's dynamic, as well as showing that Beverly acknowledges the fighting between them.

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With Nazi Germany trying to invade all of Europe, Miss Wanda makes note of Evvy's German last name and subtly harasses Evvy for it. I have a German-Prussian surname and I understand how Evvy would feel. I've never been attacked to that extent because my surname isn't clearly German to many, but when I tell others the roots of my surname, they may ask intrusive questions. Miss Wanda also assumed that Evvy supported Nazi Germany, which is something that has also happened to me. Obviously I don't, ask despite having German roots, I would most likely be executed by the Nazis anyway. I relate to Evvy feeling ashamed of her past, but the best we can do is convince others that our past doesn't define us at the present.

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Evvy has a bit of trouble getting close to the other girls. The girls all have vastly different personalities. Plus, Pearl and Dena are also bickering, leaving Beverly alone to try and break them up while Sarah rests. I can't relate to Evvy feeling alone here, as I tend to find it easy getting along with others. If I was in the place of the other girls, I would try harder to get to known Evvy and make her feel comfortable. I understand what we would be in an isolation clinic, but I think we would have to make best with what we have.

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Minutes: 30
Pages: 41
How I felt reading: It was easier to focus but I think my speed was changing too much.
Did I meet my goal: No

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"Full of germs," she said. I couldn't leave Francy behind, not in that cold bin all alone. "Please!" I begged," (P. 11)

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"Full of germs," she said. I couldn't leave Francy behind, not in that cold bin all alone. "Please!" I begged," (P. 11)

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Denotation (Francy): A stuffed bear

Connotation: Evvy's only comfort away from home.

The mood shown by Francy herself is positive, but with the Loon Lake staff taking Francy away from Evvy, the mood becomes negative.

The author used this to show not only how strict Loon Lake is, but to also show her desperate Evvy is to hold onto anything from her home. It adds a feeling of loneliness to the story, as Evvy is a completely unfamiliar place with nothing to comfort her. We learn that Evvy loves Francy and feels sad and alone without her in her arms.

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"Before today, magic didn't have a face," (P. 185)

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"Before today, magic didn't have a face," (P. 185)

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Denotation: The frontal part of a person or creature's head.

Connotation: Power or control over a group of people.

The mood associated with this connotation is negative because Inan thinks that because magic didn't have a big impact on life so many years ago, with it's return, it will only bring chaos.

The author used this connotation to show how Inan thought of magic and included it to show that the higher ups thought that without magic, everything would be peaceful and normal. It adds to our understanding of Inan's character and what the higher ups think shouldn't have a say in the world because it didn't "hurt them." We learn that Inan's thinking hasn't changed and he still believes that magic shouldn't have the impact the maji want it to have.

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"I felt like I was being pressed inside a book," (BREATHING ROOM, P. 19).

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"I felt like I was being pressed inside a book," (BREATHING ROOM, P. 19).

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The figurative language used in this sentence is a simile because Evvy is relating to the heavy blanket given to her to being squished inside a book. This is effective because it shows Evvy's feelings of being trapped inside Loon Lake/the heavy blanket holding her down. The author included this because it shows how limited Evvy is to anything at Loon Lake. This helps the reader understand Evvy's feelings and thoughts at Loon Lake and the conflict of her being trapped within Loon Lake while she's ill.

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Dena is a really sassy and blunt character and even makes sure Evvy knows everything that goes on at Loon Lake. I like Dena's honesty because it reminds me of myself. I wouldn't try to lie to Evvy like Pearl and Beverly, because the truth is: people die at Loon Lake from their illness. Dena also uses humor presumably to cope with her situation, which I can relate to as well. I think I'm really going to like Dena's character throughout this story.

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I always relate to the characters who have brothers. Evvy has expressed being incredibly close to her twin brother, Abe. Evvy even expresses that she wants to leave Loon Lake just to see him. I relate to this because my older brother is one of my closest friends. If I was in a depressing situation like Evvy, I know my brother would be able to make the best of it. I hope Evvy is still able to hold onto that relationship with her brother while she's trapped in Loon Lake.

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Minutes: 30
Pages: 40
How I felt reading: This book is smaller so I feel like I'm reading faster, so my speed changed a lot because of my confusion with this.
Did I meet my goal: No

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STARTED - 4/28/2022

FINISHED - 5/10/2022

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"Enough gold to fill a sea," (CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE, P. 200)

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"Enough gold to fill a sea," (CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE, P. 200)

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The figurative language used in this sentence is a hyperbole. I know the author is using this figurative language because the amount of gold they are referring to is an exaggeration. This is effective because is allows the reader to envision the amount of gold that is being offered to find the Babaluaye relic. The author included it show the value of the gifts to the laborers. This helps the reader understand the lengths the higher ups are willing to go to get their hands on the Babaluaye relic.

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Window - Children of Blood and Bone - Tomi Adeyemi

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Window - Children of Blood and Bone - Tomi Adeyemi

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While Zelie and Amari were gathering the water, which they had to spend money to get, they gave some to villagers. Frankly, if I was in their situation, being chased and just walking for a few days through a desert, I would take all the supplies I could. When I'm in a situation where my life is always on the line and one slip up could kill me, I wouldn't risk anything. I learned that maybe sharing could be better in this situation.

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Mirror - Children of Blood and Bone - Tomi Adeyemi

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Mirror - Children of Blood and Bone - Tomi Adeyemi

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Amari really wants to get close to Zelie, especially since she travels with her and Tzain. Thing is, Zelie is too preoccupied to form a bond with Amari. I relate to Amari because she wants to bond with somebody who can't/refuses to. There are multiple people in my life who I would love to bond with more, but they can't or I'm put aside on purpose.

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Minutes: 40
Pages: 53
How I felt reading today: Felt good towards the end, though I felt my speed fluctuated a lot when I first started reading.
Did I meet my goal: No

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Minutes: 12
Pages: 18
How I felt reading: I felt good about reading today. My speed felt consistent and I think it's a step in the right direction.
Did I meet my goal: Yes

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Window - Children of Blood and Bone - Tomi Adeyemi

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Window - Children of Blood and Bone - Tomi Adeyemi

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Amari discusses a lot about her relationship with her brother. She says they fought a lot and she has never gotten along with him as they've gotten older. I can't relate to this, as the opposite happened to me and my older brother. We fought a lot when we were young, but now that we're older, we enjoy doing stuff together. This reminds me that not all people are able to enjoy a luxury I have.

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Minutes: 15
Pages: 10
How I felt reading: Distracted. I found it hard to focus today.
Did I meet my goal: No

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Minutes: 25
Pages: 40
How I felt reading: I felt good and though it may seem fast, but I felt my speed was consistant.
Did I meet my goal: Yes

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Mirror - Children of Blood and Bone - Tomi Adeyemi

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Mirror - Children of Blood and Bone - Tomi Adeyemi

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I relate Zelie's need to help Amari when she was being chased by guards. Despite Zelie's life possibly being in danger, she knew that she wouldn't be able to bare the guilt if she leaves Amari. I think I am the same with Zelie, as I would want to help Amari, and if I didn't, it would tug at me for the rest of my life.

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Minutes: 25
Pages: 30
How I felt reading: Started speeding a bit at the end, but listen, the book was getting pretty good okay
Did I meet my goal: No

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Minutes: 20
Pages: 19
How I felt reading: I was a bit disinterested in the book but it's too early to judge.
Did I meet my goal: Did not have a goal

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Goal - Maintain a consistent reading pace

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Goal - Maintain a consistent reading pace

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I have noticed I have a habit of speeding up or slowing down while reading, so I think this is an appropriate goal.

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Tell me about an interesting topic that is present in your book. What have you learned about this topic/idea? What are you still wondering about this topic? How has this topic impacted your story (the characters and/or the plot)?  

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Tell me about an interesting topic that is present in your book. What have you learned about this topic/idea? What are you still wondering about this topic? How has this topic impacted your story (the characters and/or the plot)?  

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The topic of these increased taxes in Zelie's village interests me. They haven't gone into much detail about, but I really want to know the reason for these. I also want to know why they're willing to put people in literal death-possible situations for these taxes. Clearly something bigger is going on. This topic has effected Zelie, her family, and Mama Agba. Zelie tried to spare with one of the guards, and Mama Agba gave the guards the money. The guards also attempted to drown Zelie's father for these taxes.

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"I jump back as the rod expands into a gleaming metal staff," (P. 19).

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"I jump back as the rod expands into a gleaming metal staff," (P. 19).

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Denotation: A weapon meant for fighting

Connotation: Mama Agba's recognition of Zelie's strength.

The mood associated with the staff is positive because Zelie is excited to receive it as it is a sign from Mama Agba that Zelie's combat skills have improved and she should keep trying to fight for what she believes is right. We learned that this weapon means a lot of Zelie and she is determined to further improve herself for recognition. We learn that weapons are practically a must-have in Zelie's village, and that Mama Agba sees something special in Zelie. Plus, we learn that Zelie used to have to carve her staffs from wood, so a metal staff must both mean a lot to her in terms of recognition and practicality.

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"In an instant the air vanishes and I forget how to breathe," (P. 24, Children of Blood and Bone)

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"In an instant the air vanishes and I forget how to breathe," (P. 24, Children of Blood and Bone)

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This figurative language is a hyperbole because Zelie is exaggerating losing her breathe. This is effective because it shows Zelie's emotions while Baba and Tzain are being put as risk without saying that Zelie feels worried. The author included it to add to our understanding of Zelie's character and how frantic the situation was. As I previously said, this figurative language was included to add to the readers understanding of Zelie, as well as what seems to be a big conflict (Not far in) within the book. It also furthers the understanding of the setting.

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Mirror - Children of Blood and Bone - Tomi Adeyemi

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Mirror - Children of Blood and Bone - Tomi Adeyemi

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Zelie is a determined character who currently aims to prove herself to Mama Agba that she is capable on her own. I relate to Zelie's courageousness to prove herself to people who may think less of her. Zelie even went out of her way to fight Yemi to show Mama Agba her capabilities in battle. While I think that the attitude to prove ourselves is helpful, it is also something we have to be cautious with. For example, with taxes on the rise, Zelie's family is at risk of being harmed. It wouldn't be good if Zelie's attitude convinces guards to take her father, brother, or Zelie herself away.

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Minutes: 30
Pages: 38
How I felt reading: I reread only towards the end, but I count as a win.
Did I meet my goal: Yes

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Children of Blood and Bone - Tomi Adeyemi

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Children of Blood and Bone - Tomi Adeyemi

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STARTED - 4/1/2022

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 Window - Camp Valor - Scott McEwen and Hof Williams

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 Window - Camp Valor - Scott McEwen and Hof Williams

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When the group from Camp Valor traveled to Hud's funeral, I didn't completely understand the feeling of lose they felt. I've never lost somebody so close to me and I've never attended a funeral either. Despite the group being full of agents, I understood their feelings about loss and how Hud's life was stolen too soon.

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Minutes: 45
Pages: 64
How I felt reading: Kind of sad that I finished the book but I was more focused than usual which is good
Did I meet my goal: Yes

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Minutes: NA
Pages: NA (Due to me not being able to write down pages and my bookmark being lost)
How I felt reading: It wasn't too hard reading on a plane but it was a pretty interesting part of the book and I don't remember being too distracted.
Did I meet my goal: Yes

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Window - Camp Valor - Scott McEwen and Hof Williams

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Window - Camp Valor - Scott McEwen and Hof Williams

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Pablo is a really intense character who is trudging through pain from Glowworm. I can't imagine sticking around as long as he has, I'd be begging to leave to wrath of Glowworm. But hey, whatever he is truly trying to find, at least he'll reach it. Despite the torture. I applaud his determination.

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Minutes: 10
Pages: 14
How I felt reading: I was rereading a bit more but I tried to stay as focused as I could.
Did I meet my goal: No

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Mirror - Camp Valor - Scott McEwen and Hof Williams

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Mirror - Camp Valor - Scott McEwen and Hof Williams

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During Hell Week, campers were dropping one by one and about half the group decided to leave Camp Valor. I understand those who left. Annika couldn't take the bodily strain and Sanders was dealing with injuries. I certainly see myself doing the same if I was put in a situation like Camp Valor.

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Minutes: 20
Pages: 33
How I felt reading: Definitely more focused than before. I also realized I reread and looked up less.
Did I meet my goal: Yes

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Rereading is a big habit I have formed over the years, but it's one that I would like to break. To do this I will try reading slower and using my hands to read. Plus, less destractions.

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Minutes: 10
Pages: 14
How I felt reading: Better than yesterday, definitely made improvements.
Did I meet my goal: Yes

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Minutes: 15
Pages: 23
How I felt reading: I haven't been able to read in awhile, so I was a little out of it, but I still think I did good.
Did I meet my goal: Yes

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"They gave him a dry history that described French involvement..." (STOP THE SUN, P. 1)

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"They gave him a dry history that described French involvement..." (STOP THE SUN, P. 1)

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The author used personification in this phrase, which I know because a (usually) living quality (dry) was given to an object/idea. This is effective because it allows the reader to understand how briefly the war was gone over, allowing for no further understanding of Terry's Father. The involvement of this figurative language is due to the same reason as why it's effective. This helps the reader understand Terry's troubles in figuring out what's wrong with his Father and how the history he received at his school library did not help him in the slightest.

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"I died because I couldn't stop the sun," (STOP THE SUN, P. 7)

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"I died because I couldn't stop the sun," (STOP THE SUN, P. 7)

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Denotation: A large star that the Earth revolves around.

Connotation: Death, lost of hope.

The mood associated with this connotation is negative, due to the fact that the sun resembles death and/or a lost of hope. The author used this phrase to really show the painful memory of the war for Terry's Father. It added the feeling of melancholy to the story and allowed the reader to see how horrible Terry's Father felt. With this connotation, we understand how Terry's Father felt like he died inside due the trauma of hiding under the dead body of one of his colleagues.

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What theme is seen throughout the story? Support your answer with one piece of evidence. 

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What theme is seen throughout the story? Support your answer with one piece of evidence. 

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I believe the theme seen throughout the story is the truth that everybody has a past. Thing is, we cannot change this past and it can affect this person throughout their whole life. The best we can do it help them through it. For example, Terry's father is mentioned to be seeing a psychiatrist who is helping him through his traumatic past. In addition to this, Terry's mother helps Terry's father whenever he is dealing with more major flashbacks or breakdowns. We don't know about the past of these characters, but we know that they are working to help get Terry's father through his intense trauma resulting from the Vietnam War. In the conclusion, even Terry decides to help his father and tries to understand him and help him through it all.

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In paragraph 2, the author writes that what really bothered Terry was when his father's eyes went away, what do you think this phrase means? 

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In paragraph 2, the author writes that what really bothered Terry was when his father's eyes went away, what do you think this phrase means? 

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I think the phrase means that it really bothered Terry when his father's eyes lost their current life. To elaborate, I see the phrase I said meaning that his mind is being taken away and his life is back where all of this trauma sprung up from. Terry is bothered when his father really isn't there, as his mind is somewhere else.

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Why do you think the author started the story by describing Terry's problem? What effect does this have on the reader? 

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Why do you think the author started the story by describing Terry's problem? What effect does this have on the reader? 

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I think the author started the story by describing Terry's problem so the reader is able to sympathize with Terry when he is unable to understand what is wrong with his Father. It also just makes Terry's problem make more sense to the reader since the reader knows why Terry asked these questions. The effect on the reader is that the reader can understand or even relate to Terry's problem, as revealing it in the middle or end of the story would make it less impactful. It also allows for the reader the better understand Terry's overall thoughts and actions.

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I can relate to Terry when it comes to knowing somebody who suffered from war-related PTSD. My Grandfather was a veteran, and due to his health and such I wasn't able to ever see him while I was growing up. My Mother, his daughter, hardly ever saw him too. I understand the feeling of knowing that you can't do much to help, but you want to. I just overall relate to knowing somebody who went through such a traumatic time.

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In this section of dialogue, Mercy and a blue camper are bullying Brooke for her weight. The reader begins to understand what Brooke may be dealing with, as well as the fact that she isn't a big camping person. This is important to the plot because it shows the reader that Brooke doesn't really have anybody, so when she formed a bond with Raven, it was most likely the first person she had a bond with at camp. This also reveals character details about Brooke, like her looks and what others thought of her. It also moves the plot forward since it's one of the first things Raven sees happen to Brooke at the camp, making Raven feel kind of sorry for Brooke. It also motivates Brooke's later actions to prove those girls that she wasn't a scaredy-cat. The reader can infer that this is something Brooke deals with often and that she has struggles like others despite seemingly having a lot of money.

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In this section of dialogue, Wyatt is giving his suggestion to Dolly of teaming up the strongest with the weakest to pass the log challenge given to them. The reader starts to understand that Wyatt doesn't want anybody to be eliminated. This is important to the plot because of Wyatt's betrayal from Derrick. Derrick threw Wyatt under the bus and as a result, Wyatt became cautious of anybody he talked to. I believe this is where Wyatt actually realizes that the people at Camp Valor aren't like Derrick, and he wants to keep them together for as long as he can. With this, we can infer that Wyatt has warmed up to his group in Camp Valor and will do everything in his power to keep them together as a team.

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"The dining hall is a symphony of mouths chewing, mouths talking, mouths laughing, mouths yelling across the room" (HALF-A-MOON, P. 3)

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"The dining hall is a symphony of mouths chewing, mouths talking, mouths laughing, mouths yelling across the room" (HALF-A-MOON, P. 3)

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The figurative language used is metaphor because it is comparing a symphony to a dining hall without the use of the words "like" or "as."

It is effective because the reader can comprehend the sounds of uniform chewing in the dining hall. The author included it for the same reason, as well as making the writing generally more interesting. This helps the reader understand the dining hall and the noises coming from it, allowing the reader to envision the setting more effectively.

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"The log didn't even shiver" (CAMP VALOR, P. 130)

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"The log didn't even shiver" (CAMP VALOR, P. 130)

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The figurative language used is personification because a living quality was given to a object.

This is effective because it allows the reader to understand Rory's struggle with the log, which is also why the author included it. With this figurative language, the reader understands the struggle Rory is faced with and her lacking strength. It also sets the stage for possible help from another character or Rory's elimination.

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"Somebody left a big red apple on her desk for her to find when she came into the classroom, and she smiled and put it into her desk, out of sight" (LOVE, P. 1)

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"Somebody left a big red apple on her desk for her to find when she came into the classroom, and she smiled and put it into her desk, out of sight" (LOVE, P. 1)

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Denotation: A type of fruit.

Connotation: A sign of appreciation towards teachers.

The mood shown from this text is positive because it is once again another sign of appreciation towards Miss Vera from her students.

The author included this to add to the students appreciation of Miss Vera, allowing for the reader to better understand their bond. We learned that Miss Vera appreciates the students gifts and is happy teaching.

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"Somebody else left some purple asters, which she put in her drinking glass" (LOVE, P. 1)

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"Somebody else left some purple asters, which she put in her drinking glass" (LOVE, P. 1)

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Denotation: A type of flower.

Connotation: Wisdom and royalty.

The feeling shown through purple asters is positive because purple asters are said to represent wisdom and royalty.

The author included this phrase because it shows what the students thought of Miss Vera. It adds to the readers understanding of the students and Miss Vera's bond. In addition, the reader can overall understand the appreciation they have for Miss Vera.

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In this section of dialogue, Hakeem trashed Lena's room and she's not happy about it. Lena gets upset and yells at Hakeem and calls out her Mom's actions. The reader begins to learn about the negative feelings Lena has for Hakeem and how she is against her Mom for babying Hakeem. This reveals the conflict that will keep the story going, as well as fueling Lena's hatred for Hakeem and her Mom. It adds even more to the story by showing Lena's harsh actions towards Hakeem.

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"It looks like someone made a wish and blew a million dandelions into the sky" (HALF-A-MOON, P. 4)

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"It looks like someone made a wish and blew a million dandelions into the sky" (HALF-A-MOON, P. 4)

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The figurative language used is a simile because it is comparing the shedding of black cottonwood trees to someone blowing a dandelion to make a wish using the word "like."

This is effective because it describes the scenery and what the shedding form the black cottonwood looked like, which is why the author included. It helps us understand a strong symbolism, which is the black cottonwood, and gives the reader a small description of the setting.

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"The black cottonwood trees with their healing balm release more of their white fluff, making it feel like we’re walking in a snowstorm. " (HALF-A-MOON, P. 8)

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"The black cottonwood trees with their healing balm release more of their white fluff, making it feel like we’re walking in a snowstorm. " (HALF-A-MOON, P. 8)

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Denotation: A type of tree.

Connotation: Healing a bond between 2 sisters.

The mood shown by this is positive because of the strong bond now formed between Raven and Brooke.

The author used this connotation because it was a unique way to convey Raven and Brooke's newfound bond. It added to the resolution of the story being that the girls don't see each other as enemies. We now understand that Raven and Brooke have developed a deep bond as sisters and put their Father behind them.

The mood shown by this phrase

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In this dialogue, Brooke is asking Raven about the possibility of her getting in trouble for sneaking out and asks about what they are going to tell the other girls. Raven tells Brooke that there is nothing to worry about and that she'll tell the girls how brave she was. The reader starts to see the bond between the 2 girls and Raven's care for Brooke despite her past. This is important to the plot because it shows Brooke and Raven's sisterly bond and moves the plot to the end. Since Raven tried to avoid Brooke as much as she could, this is a great way to advance the plot. The reader can infer that Brooke and Raven will hang out together after the camp and that they're putting their Father behind their bond.

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I relate to Brooke because I have a half-sister who is years older than me who I don't know much about. My half-sister simply doesn't contact me, so I relate to the feeling of seeing my sister as a stranger even though we share the same Father.

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Minutes: 20
Pages: 30
How I felt reading: I felt more focused than yesterday, and there was many new characters in my story.
Did I meet my goal: Yes

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"No offense, sir. I just came from hell" (CAMP VALOR, P. 92)

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"No offense, sir. I just came from hell" (CAMP VALOR, P. 92)

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The figurative language used is a hyperbole, which I know because Wyatt is exaggerating his experience in solitary confinement.

This is effective because it shows the reader what Wyatt thought of solitary confinement and how he felt. The author included this because it showed Wyatt's thoughts about solitary confinement. It helps the reader understand the experience of such a place, as well as show why Wyatt didn't want to stay there.

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Mirror - Camp Valor - Scott McEwen and Hof Williams

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Mirror - Camp Valor - Scott McEwen and Hof Williams

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When Rory felt pressured while trying to defuse her practice bomb, I understood her actions. When pressured, I freeze up and my mind blanks, so I see eye to eye with her when it comes to wanting to do our best under stress.

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Minutes: 20
Pages: 19
How I felt reading: I felt unfocused, so hopefully tomorrow is better.
Did I meet my goal: No

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"All the anger that Wyatt felt came pouring out" (CAMP VALOR, P. 46)

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"All the anger that Wyatt felt came pouring out" (CAMP VALOR, P. 46)

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Denotation: Flow rapidly in a steady steam.

Connotation: Letting go and having that feeling take over.

The mood shown is very negative, as the reader feels for Wyatt's situation and understand his immense anger.

The author used this phrase to show Wyatt's feelings deep down and what he is capable of with his anger. It added to the development of Wyatt throughout the story, and we also learn about what Wyatt is capable of.

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"Wyatt balled up, covered his face and prepared to absorb a blow" (CAMP VALOR, P. 44)

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"Wyatt balled up, covered his face and prepared to absorb a blow" (CAMP VALOR, P. 44)

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Denotation: Take in or soak up energy, liquid, or other substance) by chemical or physical action.

Connotation: Take something (like a champ)

The mood shown by this phrase is negative, since it shows Wyatt preparing to get beaten up.

The author used this phrase to show Wyatt's calmer nature, which adds to Wyatt's change throughout the book. We learn about Wyatt's life in the detention center and how he expects to be treated.

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Minutes: 30
Pages: 42
How I felt reading: Good, the story is very interesting
Did I meet my goal: Yes

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In the story, Miss Brown, a kind and gentle person, dies at an early age which leaves everybody saddened. I relate to the boys, as I know what it's like to lose someone who was gone too soon, especially when they had so many qualities of Miss Brown.

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In this dialogue, Derrick is trying to intimidate Wyatt and practically threaten and mess with his brain while Wyatt is helping with Derrick's shady business. The reader learns that Derrick is not a good person and a fake friend, and that Wyatt is faithful to his friend, despite this shady business. This is important to the plot because it exposes Derrick's true nature and sets up for the event of Wyatt being sent to Camp Valor. The reader can infer that something bad is going to happen between Derrick and Wyatt.

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"Like he was in one of his son's video games" (CAMP VALOR, P. 8)

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"Like he was in one of his son's video games" (CAMP VALOR, P. 8)

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The author used a simile in this sentence, which I know because of the use of the word "like." This is effective because it compares the Colonel's thoughts to his son's video games. The author used this to show the tie between the Colonel and his son, as well as to show the Colonel's thoughts during this scene. This tells me that the Colonel is vain and wants what he wants.

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Minutes: 25
Pages: 36
How I felt reading: Really invested in the story
Did I meet my goal: Yes

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Window - Camp Valor - Scott McEwen and Hof Williams

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Window - Camp Valor - Scott McEwen and Hof Williams

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Wyatt seems like a wild child who is clearly friends with the wrong people. Thing, is I'm quite sure Wyatt is blind to these actions. Especially when it came to Derek, since he was involved in lots of sketchy business. I can't relate to that because I am able to tell who is a good influence on me or not. This reminds me to keep on the lookout for red flags and questionable behavior from people I'm friends with.

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Camp Valor By Scott McEwen and Hof Williams

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Camp Valor By Scott McEwen and Hof Williams

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STARTED - 1/31/22

ENDED - 3/30/22

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When Lena so kindly gave her compassion to Hakeem, I really couldn't believe her. I'm not one to let things go so easily, and when I have a problem I'll make sure everybody knows about it. I could take away Lena's understanding towards Hakeem's situations from this scene.

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Lena was excited to meet Hakeem, but was disappointed and angry after he trashed her room, spilled things, and the like. I have a younger brother, so I really relate to loving him at one point then absolutely despising him the next. I also understand the frustration Lena feels when her parents practically tell her to 'suck it up.' I'd recommend that Lena has a discussion with her parents about Hakeem's behavior and provide points that assist her argument.

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Explain what is happening in this section of dialogue.

What does the reader learn or start to understand?

Why is it important to the plot? Does it:

- Reveal characters' personality traits, feelings, thoughts, and/or motives.
- Move the plot forward by motivating characters to make decisions or take action.
- Reveal important details or secrets.

What can the reader infer?

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Denotation:

Connotation:

What mood or feeling is shown in this phrase? Positive? Negative?

Why did the author use this phrase or word? What did it add to the story? What do we learn or understand about the characters, setting, plot, etc?

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What type of figurative language is the author using? Explain how you know.

Why is it effective? Why did the author include this piece of figurative language? What does it help you learn or understand about the characters, plot, conflict, etc?