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= = =**Welcome to //The Book Thief// Discussion Group** =

Here's how this works:

While reading the novel, you will be required to contribute to the online discussion with members from your class and other classes. This is to generate dialogue outside of class on your reading and prepare you for collegiate style discussion forums.

Click on the tab labeled "Discussion" in order to participate. Throughout the next three weeks, you must comment at least twice a week and create at least one new discussion topic. You will be graded on the following parameters and it will count towards your classroom participation grade.

Your discussion comments should include insight on the characters, their development, comments on culture and theme, as well as analysis of figurative language. Remember to include page numbers and quotations, as those will create a stronger and more in depth dialogue.

I will try to remind you as often as I can to participate on the discussion board, but it will be your responsibility to check for new required postings.