Synopsis: On the first day of the seventh-grade French class, Victor tries to impress his crush, Teresa, by claiming that he can speak French. His friend, Michael, is experimenting with a method of attracting girls. When the teacher calls on Victor, it quickly becomes clear that Victor was bluffing. However, the teacher chooses to keep Victor's secret.
Talking Points: empathy, boasting, the challenges of middle school.
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| About the Author | Lesson: Figurative Language [Read along] | Close Reading Activity |
WASLA Teacher Librarian of the Year- 2017: Jo-Anne Urquhart
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