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Th1rteen r3asons Why by Jay Asher


Statement of Inquiry: Our perspectives, the way we express ourselves, and the impressions others have of us can largely influence our identities and relationships.
Inquiry Questions:
1. How are realistic storylines created by authors?
2. How do points of view affect relationships?
3. To what extent is perception reality?
Concept: Perspective
Related Concepts: Point of view, audience imperatives, self-expression
Global Context: Identities & Relationships
ATL: Social (Collaboration) & Thinking (Creative-thinking)

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Blurb:

​You can't stop the future. You can't rewind the past. The only way to learn the secret...is to press play. Clay Jensen doesn't want anything to do with the tapes Hannah Baker made. Hannah is dead. Her secrets should be buried with her. Then Hannah's voice tells Clay that his name is on her tapes--and that he is, in some way, responsible for her death. All through the night, Clay keeps listening. He follows Hannah's recorded words throughout his small town...and what he discovers changes his life forever.

PDF versions of novel

Online PDF version of Thirteen Reasons Why
PDF Version (looks like cellphone) Thirteen Reasons Why:
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Th1Rteen r3asons why audiobook


author information

Jay Asher on bullying and teen suicide prevention

pre-reading tasks

Life As A Teenager in 1994, 2014, and 2034--What a difference a generation makes! Part One
Life As A Teenager in 1994, 2014, and 2034--What a difference a generation makes! Part Two
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Life as a Teenager Graphic Organizer Activity

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Th1rteen R3asons Why Chapter Study Guide
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Th1rteen R3asons Why People and Reasons

Virtues Activity

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Th1rteen R3asons Why Virtues Activity
Virtue Cards 9A

Courage: Alex
Detachment: Milica
Compassion: Seungjun
Love: Andrea
Kindness: Michelle
Understanding: Tara
Perseverance: Lan
Determination: Tomislav
Integrity: Elzbieta
Forgiveness: Zac
Loyalty: Mihailo
Confidence: Luka L.
Virtue Cards 9B

Tact: Jaewoo
Trust: Predrag
Consideration: Mai
Friendliness: Marko
Unity: Barak
Tolerance: Teodora
Truthfulness: Luka M.
Flexibility: Katarina
Joyfulness: Angela
Trustworthiness: Tamora
Humility: Andrew

Virtue Cards

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Socratic seminar

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Socratic Seminar Overview
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Open-Ended Questions for a Socratic Seminar (Sample Question Starters for all seminars)
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Socratic Seminar Preparation Handout (Template example)
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Socratic Seminar Rubric

socratic seminar schedule

Socratic Seminar #1: Respect & Reputation
Socratic Seminar #2: Betrayal & Violence
​Socratic Seminar #3: Relationships & Choices
9A
#1 Friday, April 22nd (Day 2): 8:10-9:30 
#2 Friday, May 13th (Day 4): 11:10-12:00
#3 Thursday, May 19th (Day 2): 8:10-9:30
9B
#1 Friday, April 22nd (Day 2): 14:10-15:00
#2 Friday, May 13th (Day 4): 9:45-11:05
#3 Friday, May 20th (Day 3): 8:10-9:30
Missed Socratic Seminar #1 & #2 Assignment (To be completed and returned as assigned):

1. Complete the assigned Discussion Questions and write a short list of your own questions (1-5 questions). (See above documents).
2. Then, select ONE of your good discussion questions (It must be open-ended, and not a comprehension-level question).
3. Next, type a one page reflection (double-spaced/at least 500 words) about what you think a possible answer/interpretation could be.
  • NOTE: Your response must include at least two references to specific places in the text that support your analysis.
  • This must be your own work; I will not accept any responses that are borrowed (even partially) from another source, like SparkNotes.
  • Use proper MLA format (MLA heading, quote citation, etc.)
4. Finally, upload your work to www.turnitin.com by the assigned deadline: Socratic Seminar #1 Missed Assignment OR Socratic Seminar #2 Missed Assignment

Socratic Seminar #1 Discussion Questions:
​Themes = Respect & reputation

Socratic Seminar #1 Missed Assignment will be DUE Friday, May 6th (Day 5).
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Socratic Seminar #1 Discussion Questions
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Socratic Seminar #2 Discussion questions:
Themes = ​Betrayal & violence

Socratic Seminar #2 Missed Assignment will be DUE Tuesday, May 17th (Day 6).
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Socratic Seminar #3 discussion questions:
themes = relationships & choices

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Socratic Seminar #3 Discussion Questions
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Put themes together = effect of actions on others

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10 Steps On How To Be Aware Of How Your Actions Impact Others (See some information below)
1. How do you see your actions?

2. How do your actions influence others?

3. Do you realize the power of your actions?

4. What are the alternative actions you can make?

5. What are the needs of others around me?

6. How can I adjust to the needs of another?

7. Do I know, how much the actions I make in the present, matter?

8. How can I be a better observer?

9. How can I be more open-minded?

​​10. Do I realize that awareness is a process?
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Awareness & prevention

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Class Discussion with Ms. Stafford: Depression
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Depression

Depression defined: Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Also called major depressive disorder or clinical depression, it affects how you feel, think and behave and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems.
(Source:
Mayo Clinic Depression Definition)
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Depression: not always what you think


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Teenager's Guide to Depression (See some information below)
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Helping a Depressed Person: How to Reach Out and Help Someone While Taking Care of Yourself

Suicide

Suicide defined: Death caused by self-directed injurious behavior with an intent to die as a result of the behavior. 
(Source:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
9 Risk Factors for Suicide and 1 important question you can ask to hopefully know for sure
Suicide Facts (USA)
World Health Organization (WHO) Suicide Fact Sheet (See some information below)
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Survivors: Three stories



Suicide: The Ripple Effect
(Documentary and Movement)

suicide prevention

Suicide Prevention: How to Help Someone Who is Suicidal (See some information below)
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The public service announcement (PSA)

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A public service announcement (PSA) is a short message designed to inform and educate with the objective of raising awareness and changing public attitudes and behavior towards a social issue. 
60 Powerful Social Issue Ads That'll Make You Stop and Think
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ISB PSA Activity

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Public Service Announcement (PSA) Ad Directions
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Public Service Announcement (PSA) Proposal Form

PSA Example: Project Semicolon

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Web Links
Project Semicolon.org
Why the Semicolon Tattoo Is the Most Beautiful Tattoo
The Moving Meaning Behind the Viral Semicolon Tattoo
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