Response to today's reading (Jan. 16)

Alex has become quite reflective of what he has witnessed since arriving in China.  "Things at home would seem different now. I knew, just knew that from now on there would be some kind of gap between me and the other kids." pg. 231 What kind of gap do you think Alex is referring to? How would his life be different? As you respond imagine that you are Alex. Respond as if you are now coming back to Surrey B.C. and living once again in your home, with your friends and family.  How would your life change, or would it change?  Alex was an avid historian in regards to the art of war. Do you think his thoughts around war have changed? How might they have changed?

Write a response using the above as guidance. Remember to write in full sentences, connecting your thoughts in paragraph form. Capitals, spelling and punctuation allow your reader the ability to understand what you are saying.

Response to June 4 chapter

Today's chapter is a very powerful one. It pushes us to think more deeply about human rights in countries around the world. It forces us to think, could this ever happen in Canada? Has it ever happened in Canada? We try to imagine living in a country where freedom of speech is not an option.

In this post respond to today's reading by thinking deeply about the issues Alex is facing in China. Include one deep thinking question and respond to it. Include your reflections, your assumptions, your inferences around this event. Take time to also share some of your feelings and reactions as you read this; by doing so you will strengthen the quality of your post.

Remember the givens. Do not publish without checking on complete sentences using capitals and periods and that your spelling is accurate!!!!  Take pride in what you publish as it is a reflection of what you can do.