As I read Chew on This, I became increasingly angry. I felt like fast food corporations were taking advantage of children by appealing to them at such an early age. The fact that they would have focus groups for kids as young as 2, that they would pay kids to go to slumber parties and ask them questions, and that they target kids by having Playlands were just three small things that bothered me. I find the whole concept of a "Happy Meal" quite disturbing now after reading this book. I never thought that they would try to alter our mood through their food offerings. My students know that I used to love McDonald's items (I used to stop there nearly everyday). I think I may cut back on that.
What was your reaction to the book? Back up your reaction with an example from what you read.
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
All the Lovely Bad Ones
On a scale of 1 (mild) to 10 (shaking in my boots), rank how scary you thought the book was and explain why. Back up your answer with examples from the book.
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Our Journey Begins as We Discuss Jeremy's Journey
The very first question in the Reader's Guide at the end of the book is a very interesting one. It is as follows:
"The meaning of life is one of the world's greatest mysteries. Why do you think it is so important to discover it? What do you think the meaning of life is?" (Mass 290)
Please share your thoughts and be detailed.
"The meaning of life is one of the world's greatest mysteries. Why do you think it is so important to discover it? What do you think the meaning of life is?" (Mass 290)
Please share your thoughts and be detailed.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Welcome to Mayor Daley's Book Club!
Hi,
Once again, welcome to MDBC! We are excited to spend time with you discussing several books. We will be using this blog to write about the books that we are reading for part of the time that we meet to discuss each book.
In order to get comfortable with blogging, we are going to do a practice one. Take a few minutes to introduce yourself. Tell us your first name, grade, and why you wanted to join MDBC.
Below are the directions for posting your comments:
1. Never write your complete name. You will always comment using your first name and room number for safety purposes. (example John Room 302)
2. Click on where it says "comment." A box should appear for you to type in your responses.
3. Once you type in your responses, you need to put your name. There is a scroll down box. Look for where it says Name/URL. Follow the directions that I gave you for putting your name.
Happy Reading!
Mrs. Stewart and Mr. Barr
Once again, welcome to MDBC! We are excited to spend time with you discussing several books. We will be using this blog to write about the books that we are reading for part of the time that we meet to discuss each book.
In order to get comfortable with blogging, we are going to do a practice one. Take a few minutes to introduce yourself. Tell us your first name, grade, and why you wanted to join MDBC.
Below are the directions for posting your comments:
1. Never write your complete name. You will always comment using your first name and room number for safety purposes. (example John Room 302)
2. Click on where it says "comment." A box should appear for you to type in your responses.
3. Once you type in your responses, you need to put your name. There is a scroll down box. Look for where it says Name/URL. Follow the directions that I gave you for putting your name.
Happy Reading!
Mrs. Stewart and Mr. Barr
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