Carlie
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Jack Gantos:
Hi Jack, First of all, I want you to know that Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key changed the way I interacted with my students and my own two sons. My question is: Do you have any strategies for teaching self-confidence and perseverance to young boys?
Jack Gantos
Thank you, and I'm pleased to learn that the JOEY PIGZA books gave you insights to use with your students and sons. As for strategies for teaching self-confidence and perseverance: I derived much confidence through completing tasks. I wanted to please others more than I wanted to please myself. I think what I wanted most deeply was a family life where I was known, appreciated and protected. In return I wanted to know and participate within the family. Somehow I always felt ashamed of every mistake I made, and guilty for every wicked through I had. My own unhappiness at home drove me away from what should have been the source of my self confidence and perseverance. Your home should be their home. Share the love. Thanks, Jack
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Karen Kline
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Jack Gantos:
I love the scene in Dead End from Norvelt where Miss Volker boils her hands. I play your recording of this scene when I booktalk your book in the library where I work. Very over-the-top. Did you know this scene was going to be a winner when you were writing it? Did you rewrite it much or did it just flow?
Sandy Safford
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Jack Gantos:
I have a student who is a struggling reader who is currently reading your " Whole In My Life" book. It would be wonderful for him if you answered his question: What do you regret most in life? His name is Ricky and he is really enjoying your book. This is one of the first books he has read in all of high school for enjoyment!
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