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Students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades are invited to join a 4 week discussion of Not Nothing by Gayle Forman.
Middle school students (grades 6-8) are invited to join a 4 week discussion of Not Nothing by Gayle Forman. Participants will be joined by senior volunteers from the JCA Heyman Interages Center, bringing together readers of a wide age range to develop book evaluation and discussion skills. Attendance at all 4 sessions plus completion and presentation of a Reflection project will earn students 8 SSL hours.
Not Nothing is the story of Isaac who is assigned community service at an assisted living facility, after doing something terrible. He meets Josey, a 107 year old Holocaust survivor. Their interactions have a profound influence on each other in a story of kindness and forgiveness.
Registration is required and is limited to 12 participants, who must meet grade level requirements.
Questions? Contact Judy at White Oak Library at 240-773-9555.
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To request an accommodation, contact the library branch where you want the accommodation. If they are unable to help, or if you need an accommodation for an online resource or event, complete our Accommodation Request Form online or call Library Administration at 240-777-0002.
AGE GROUP: | Middle School |
EVENT TYPE: | Reading Programs | Lectures and Discussions |
TAGS: | Virtual Program | Goal 2: Teen Outreach |
