Mrs. Lavender's Podcast

The Pigman 2 Discussion

Do you think Mr. Pignati is a believable character? Explain why or why not. Focus on the key word  "believable", and use evidence from the text to support your assertion.

The Pigman Discussion Questions

Why is the novel narrated by John and Lorraine, in alternating chapters? How would the book be different if John were the only narrator? What about if it were only Lorraine?

Students' Character

"Self-respect is the root of discipline: The sense of dignity grows with the ability to say no to oneself." ~Abraham Joshua Heschel, The Insecurity of Freedom: Essays on Human Existence, 1967


Reflect on the following quote. How can you relate this quote to your everyday life experiences at school?

(Remember to type your response in  a Word document, reread it, spell check it, and copy paste it into the blog. All responses must be written in a respectable manner). Don't forget to respond to at least two other peers.

Your Expectations

Starting middle school can be quite exciting yet scary at the same time. I want to know your thoughts about starting the new school year as a middle school student. What were your expectations? (What did you expect of your teachers, and what were your goals at the beginning of the school year?) It is now the second nine weeks;reflect over your answers to the previous questions. Is middle school what you expected? Explain why or why not. What are your current goals for the second nine weeks?