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THE WINDOW
Discussion Questions
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You have probably read other time-travel books. Compare the time-travel
device used in THE WINDOW with the devices used in other books.
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Before the accident, Mandy and her mother frequently moved around the
country. How did this experience affect Mandy's ability to adapt to new
situations? Do you think her reactions would have been different if she
had lived all her life in a stable home?
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More and more adopted children are trying to find their birth parents. On
the whole, do you think this is a good thing or not? Why? Do you
think most of these reunions turn out well or not? Why? How do you
think the adoptive parents feel?
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Helen Keller was once asked, if she had the choice would she rather be only
blind or only deaf. She answered she would rather be only blind. Why
do you think she said this? Find examples in the book, from Mandy's life
and from Ted's life, that would support or not support Ms. Keller's choice.
Further Activities and Research
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Find some examples of braille in your community; for instance, many elevators
have the floor numbers in braille. Try to learn to read a few words in
braille.
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Try to imagine how Mandy must have felt, losing her sight so suddenly.
Cover your eyes securely and have a friend take your elbow to guide you around
the school or a mall. Try to use background noises to help you locate
things, as well as help from your friend. Trade places and have your
friend try the same experience.
From GET SMART! READ
Guide for Teen Book Discussion Groups
From Harcourt, Inc. ©1999
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