1. Questions for Dear Future
How does James change as events unfold in the story?
Which word from the story best describes how James feels about growing up?
Which details from the story convey the theme?
Which word from the story best describes James’s internal conflict?
Why does the author include the following details about the journal?
“My eye is drawn to a book that does not seem to belong. It has just a plain red cover. No title or anything.”

2. Belonging What is the impact of fitting in?
Write 7-9 sentences for each question. Also include a introduction and conclusion paragraph.
What is the impact of fitting in?
What do our differences teach us?
How are we changed by the changes around us?
What shapes your identity?