8 favorite things about me

1. my favorite thing is peanut butter and jelly sandwich.

Family Conflict

Discuss the problems and conflicts Felita's family experienced in their new neighborhood. Do you think it was a good decision for them to move back to their old community? Give reasons for your answer....refer back to the book.

Traditions and Customs

Compare and contrast some of the traditions and customs of the Puerto Rican neighborhood with those of your own neighborhood.

Community

How does the community or neighborhood in which you live affect your life? Connect it to the book....(similar or different?)

Friendship

What are the qualities of a good friendship? Which quality do you value most? Why? Don't forget to refer back to the book.

Challenges

What are some of the challenges people face when they move from one city to another? What challenges do families face when they move from state to state? Country to country? Use evidence from the book.....note the pages that you refer to.

The Shadow of the Moon

Please give a summary about the book so far. What is your favorite part? What do you dislike about the book? What do you think about the main character?