Remake of The Talk by Kim Sullivan https://padlet.com/sullivank17/ehsivflkqfcg5s9p “The Talk” Discussion - The Hate U Give Directions: In your group, read and discuss your focus question. As you discuss, write down some of your discussion below in your group’s post . As we switch focus questions, you will respond to the previous group’s response as well as the focus question. en-us 2021-08-30 12:32:26 UTC 2021-08-31 02:29:53 UTC hello@padlet.com 5. Based on the article and video, explain in your own words why black parents feel it is important to have this talk with their kids. sullivank17 https://padlet.com/sullivank17/ehsivflkqfcg5s9p/wish/1704656026 2021-08-30 14:39:54 UTC https://padlet.com/sullivank17/ehsivflkqfcg5s9p/wish/1704656026 2. Obviously, racism and police brutality are major thematic subjects in this book. What other, not-so-obvious themes are contained within the novel? Write down the thematic subject and the theme. (What the novel is trying to teach us about the thematic subject) sullivank17 https://padlet.com/sullivank17/ehsivflkqfcg5s9p/wish/1704656402 2021-08-30 14:40:03 UTC https://padlet.com/sullivank17/ehsivflkqfcg5s9p/wish/1704656402 3. As a follow up to the question above, what do you believe Angie Thomas is trying to communicate to her readers? Is it the same regardless or race or does she explore multiple themes? sullivank17 https://padlet.com/sullivank17/ehsivflkqfcg5s9p/wish/1704656734 2021-08-30 14:40:11 UTC https://padlet.com/sullivank17/ehsivflkqfcg5s9p/wish/1704656734 4.What important “talks” were you given as a child? sullivank17 https://padlet.com/sullivank17/ehsivflkqfcg5s9p/wish/1704656932 2021-08-30 14:40:15 UTC https://padlet.com/sullivank17/ehsivflkqfcg5s9p/wish/1704656932 1. The audience for “The Hate U Give” and “The Talk” stretches larger than just the immediacy of African American readers. If we are to actively read, we must find out how we connect to literature and activate our prior knowledge and experiences. How do you connect to this book? sullivank17 https://padlet.com/sullivank17/ehsivflkqfcg5s9p/wish/1704657136 2021-08-30 14:40:20 UTC https://padlet.com/sullivank17/ehsivflkqfcg5s9p/wish/1704657136 Alana, Shelby, Lynn, and Gianna. https://padlet.com/sullivank17/ehsivflkqfcg5s9p/wish/1704698603 1. It is no surprise that literature is important in the development of empathy in the real world. For example, for each book that we read, we are able to connect and sympathize to the characters and events that are present. In The Hate U Give, we notice repeating themes and morals associated with racism and police brutality. Our main character, Starr Carter, struggles with the ongoing police brutality and racism that continues to occur in her home city, Garden Heights. Honestly, my group cannot relate to this because we will never know the racism and the brutality that African Americans go through on a daily basis. 
2. It is obvious that one major theme in this book is the ongoing racism and police brutality that has a major effect on the main character, Starr Carter. However, in this story there are many more themes and morals that can be found. First off, one theme that is prominent in this story is that of friendship. We learn that one character, Hailey, turns out to be a racist and Starr separates herself, finding those who will stick by her side as her journey continues, seeking justice for Khalil. Additionally, Starr's boyfriend, Chris, sticks by her side as she enters riots and protests in her home city, Garden Heights. This is major because she always felt embarrassed about her upbringing. Hence, proving that Chris is a trustable, loving person who truly cares about Starr.
3. Angie Thomas utilizes meaningful themes and morals in order to call out to the readers. The audience of this book is mixed between pre-teens and younger adults who can truly make a change and serve as catalysts in the world. One theme that continues to occur throughout the story is that of racism and police brutality. On the other hand, we can find a lot more themes in this story that can call out to younger teens. In this story, Angie Thomas teaches the importance of friendship and the utilization of your voice. 
4. The important "talks" I was given as a child include to never surround myself with questionable people and to never speak to a stranger. 
5. Due to the racist history of America, many African Americans have had to pass along words that would help prevent their children from getting hurt by the police force. I believe that it is truly despicable that African Americans have to go about their day fearing the worst about what may happen if they were to get stopped by the police. However, I do believe that it is important for all black parents to teach their kids a code just in case anything ever were to happen. Sadly, we live in a world where racism and prejudice is present so precautions must be put into action. ]]> 2021-08-30 14:56:51 UTC https://padlet.com/sullivank17/ehsivflkqfcg5s9p/wish/1704698603