Homeschool Tween Book Club

Look Both Ways: A Tale Told in Ten Blocks by Jason Reynolds

We read a variety of classics and award-winning titles and meet for discussion and fun. January's selection: Look Both Ways: A Tale Told in Ten Blocks by Jason Reynolds. Ages 11 - 14.

Discover new and enduring classics, discuss with other readers, and engage in fun comprehension activities. We read a variety of classics and award winning titles. Contact discussion leader Phoebe Metz at 630-264-4260 for a copy of the book.

We will be discussing Look Both Ways: A Tale Told in Ten Blocks by Jason Reynolds.

This story was going to begin like all the best stories. With a school bus falling from the sky. But no one saw it happen. They were all too busy—

Talking about boogers.
Stealing pocket change.
Skateboarding.
Wiping out.
Braving up.
Executing complicated handshakes.
Planning an escape.
Making jokes.
Lotioning up.
Finding comfort.
But mostly, too busy walking home.

Jason Reynolds conjures ten tales (one per block) about what happens after the dismissal bell rings, and brilliantly weaves them into one wickedly funny, piercingly poignant look at the detours we face on the walk home, and in life. (goodreads)

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