STAYING FAT FOR SARAH BYRNES By Chris Crutcher
8th Grade ELA
Ms. Wilson
Anticipation Guide
Write "agree" or "disagree" for each statement. Then briefly explan why you think as you do.
1. Children are too mean to each other. 2. No one should ever be made to feel like an outcast.
3. The justice system in the United States is too easy on child abusers. 4. Overweight people shouldn't try to "fit in" with other students. 5. Bullies shouldn't be allowed to attend school with other children. 6. Students should be allowed to publish a newspaper saying whatever they want to say. 7. There should be a required class in every high school that discusses contemporary issues. 8. Teachers should be held responsible for their actions, even if they are trying to protect a student. 9. People should do whatever they have to do to protect their friends. 10. Everyone can change over time--even bullies.
By Chris Crutcher
8th Grade ELA
Ms. Wilson
Anticipation Guide
Write "agree" or "disagree" for each statement. Then briefly explan why you think as you do.
1. Children are too mean to each other.
2. No one should ever be made to feel like an outcast.
3. The justice system in the United States is too easy on child abusers.
4. Overweight people shouldn't try to "fit in" with other students.
5. Bullies shouldn't be allowed to attend school with other children.
6. Students should be allowed to publish a newspaper saying whatever they want to say.
7. There should be a required class in every high school that discusses contemporary issues.
8. Teachers should be held responsible for their actions, even if they are trying to protect a student.
9. People should do whatever they have to do to protect their friends.
10. Everyone can change over time--even bullies.