MSM Sophomore English 2019- 2020 discussion

Darius doesn't feel like he belongs anywhere. His favorite thing in the world is tea, and the bullies at school know exactly which tea store he works in. The fact that he is half Iranian doesn't help him fit in either, and he is bullied relentlessly for his ethnicity. On top of all of this, he struggles with depression and the side effects it comes with, weight gain and fatigue. He feels different from everyone- his classmates, his friends, and even his family.

Does Darius distance himself from others for fear of being unaccepted, or do others push him away intentionally?

This book sounds really interesting and something I would consider reading. The main character's description sounds like a person a lot of people can relate too. I would read this book because I know that I would learn a lot about different people's experiences and emotions, and how they would end up dealing with it.

This book sounds really interesting. I feel like I would be able to relate to a little and constantly want more information while reading.

This book sounds to be unique and interesting. I wonder how Darius will resolve his conflicts.

This book sounds very interesting and the conflict resonates with many world issues now. I think due to differences, Darius would be pushed away from others.

This book seems very interesting as a kid is trying to be accepted in this world. I think that Darius is fearful of not being accepted so that is why he distances himself from others.

This book looks very captivating! I feel as if it is a perfect reflection of our society in the modern world.

I think that this book presents ethnicity in a unique way. It reflects how society views other cultures.

This book seems like it might address many problems faced by people in our world today about interaction between different ethnicities or those facing mental health issues. I think that Darius might distance himself from others because they push him away.

This book sounds interesting and I would consider reading it! I think that Darius distances himself because he feels that no one likes him and he feels like an outcast.