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Rowan and Citra take opposite stances on the morality of the Scythedom, putting them at odds, in the chilling sequel to the Printz Honor Book Scythe from New York Times best seller Neal Shusterman, author of the Unwind dystology.
The Thunderhead cannot interfere in the affairs of the Scythedom. All it can do is observe - it does not like what it sees. A year has passed since Rowan had gone off grid. Since then, he has become an urban legend, a vigilante snuffing out corrupt scythes in a trial by fire. His story is told in whispers across the continent. As Scythe Anastasia, Citra gleans with compassion and openly challenges the ideals of the "new order". But when her life is threatened and her methods questioned, it becomes clear that not everyone is open to the change. Will the Thunderhead intervene? Or will it simply watch as this perfect world begins to unravel? BL 6.7/20 |
COMMUNITY CHALLENGE:
The Thunderhead states, "There is a fine line between freedom and permission. The former is necessary. The latter is dangerous - perhaps the most dangerous thing the species that created me has ever faced." Do you agree? Has history proven this to be true? Consider how the danger of permission from an authority figure is relevant to our current world. Using the examples expressed by the Thunderhead, prepare a personal statement that offers your position on this topic, being sure to offer specific supporting examples. Present your statement as a poster - preferably on an 8x10 piece of paper. Be creative in your drawing and creating.
The Thunderhead states, "There is a fine line between freedom and permission. The former is necessary. The latter is dangerous - perhaps the most dangerous thing the species that created me has ever faced." Do you agree? Has history proven this to be true? Consider how the danger of permission from an authority figure is relevant to our current world. Using the examples expressed by the Thunderhead, prepare a personal statement that offers your position on this topic, being sure to offer specific supporting examples. Present your statement as a poster - preferably on an 8x10 piece of paper. Be creative in your drawing and creating.
CHALLENGE:
The novel introduces us to a number of secondary characters who face their own hardships or need the opportunity for self-awareness. Select a secondary character in Thunderhead and write a letter of advice to him or her. You can choose to be serious or funny, but make sure your advice fits the character's needs.
The novel introduces us to a number of secondary characters who face their own hardships or need the opportunity for self-awareness. Select a secondary character in Thunderhead and write a letter of advice to him or her. You can choose to be serious or funny, but make sure your advice fits the character's needs.
ACTIVITY 3:
Throughout Thunderhead, Shusterman infuses his story with rich a figurative language. Embark on a literary scavenger hunt throughout the book to locate your favorite examples of these phrases or quotes. Create index cards with your sharable quotes on them as well as an image to describe your words. If you need help with the index cards, ask your teacher or send Mrs. Jack an email and she can help you out.
Throughout Thunderhead, Shusterman infuses his story with rich a figurative language. Embark on a literary scavenger hunt throughout the book to locate your favorite examples of these phrases or quotes. Create index cards with your sharable quotes on them as well as an image to describe your words. If you need help with the index cards, ask your teacher or send Mrs. Jack an email and she can help you out.