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In this first chapter, we meet Chase Ambrose, the main character, who is telling his story and what he remembers from his fall. As a reader, we start to build theories about the characters when we first meet them based off their actions and thoughts.
In this first chapter, we meet Chase Ambrose, the main character, who is telling his story and what he remembers from his fall. As a reader, we start to build theories about the characters when we first meet them based off their actions and thoughts.
Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Chase Ambrose
Chase Ambrose
Atkinson Principal
Atkinson Principal
As we read today, let’s start building our own theories on the type of person Chase is and the type of person he WAS. Pay attention to the “Tough Question” he asks himself at the end of the chapter.
As we read today, let’s start building our own theories on the type of person Chase is and the type of person he WAS. Pay attention to the “Tough Question” he asks himself at the end of the chapter.
This chapter is told from Shoshanna Weber’s point of view. As we read, find out what her relationship is to Chase and how she feels about Chase. Think about how you might feel if you were in her shoes?
This chapter is told from Shoshanna Weber’s point of view. As we read, find out what her relationship is to Chase and how she feels about Chase. Think about how you might feel if you were in her shoes?
Chapter 2
Chapter 2
Shoshanna Weber
Shoshanna Weber
Chapter 2 Reardon.movMr. Reardon
Mr. Reardon
Atkinson Assistant Principal
Atkinson Assistant Principal
In this chapter, Chase goes back to school for the first time since his accident. As you listen, notice how the different characters react to him being back at school.
In this chapter, Chase goes back to school for the first time since his accident. As you listen, notice how the different characters react to him being back at school.
Chapter 3
Chapter 3
Chase Ambrose
Chase Ambrose
Chapter 3 LaMotta.MOVMs. LaMotta
Ms. LaMotta
Literacy Coach
Literacy Coach
See if you can spot the “Words of the Wiser” and then ask yourself: “What’s the life lesson and how might it affect the character?”
See if you can spot the “Words of the Wiser” and then ask yourself: “What’s the life lesson and how might it affect the character?”
In this chapter Brendan has his first encounter with Chase, and it is a complete CONTRAST to what he expects.
In this chapter Brendan has his first encounter with Chase, and it is a complete CONTRAST to what he expects.
Chapter 4:
Chapter 4:
Brendan Espinoza
Brendan Espinoza
Chapter 4 Polo.mp4Ms. Polo
Ms. Polo
Reading Specialist
Reading Specialist
Notice and note Chase’s actions and what he says that seem to go against or contradict who he was before his accident.
Notice and note the tough questions he asks himself in this chapter, then ask yourself: What does this make me wonder about?
Chapter 5:
Chapter 5:
Chase Ambrose
Chase Ambrose
Chapter 5 Sertzoglou.mp4Ms. Sertzolgou
Ms. Sertzolgou
Reading Specialist
Reading Specialist
In this chapter Chase finds out more about who he was before the accident.
In this chapter Chase finds out more about who he was before the accident.
In this chapter, Brendan has another encounter with Chase. How does he handle it and what does it show about the type of person Brendan is?
In this chapter, Brendan has another encounter with Chase. How does he handle it and what does it show about the type of person Brendan is?
Chapter 6:
Chapter 6:
Brendan Espinosa
Brendan Espinosa
Chapter 6 Roth.mp4Mr. Rothhaupt
Mr. Rothhaupt
Language Survey Teacher
Language Survey Teacher
This chapter also talks about reputations. How can one’s reputation affect the way other people treat them? How does Brendan’s reputation help him out in this chapter?
In this chapter Shoshanna has a reaction to Chase helping Brendan with making his video.
In this chapter Shoshanna has a reaction to Chase helping Brendan with making his video.
Chapter 7:
Chapter 7:
Shoshanna Weber
Shoshanna Weber
Chapter 7 LizardiMr. Lizardi
Mr. Lizardi
Library & Media Specialist
Library & Media Specialist
Do you think her reaction is fair and deserved given the circumstances?
Do you think her reaction is fair and deserved given the circumstances?
In this chapter, Chase experiences a memory moment-where he actually remembers something from his life before the accident.
In this chapter, Chase experiences a memory moment-where he actually remembers something from his life before the accident.
Chapter 8
Chapter 8
Chase Ambrose
Chase Ambrose
Chapter 8 PascarellaMs. Pascarella
Ms. Pascarella
5th Grade Teacher
5th Grade Teacher
What is his memory moment? Why might this memory be important?
What is his memory moment? Why might this memory be important?
In this chapter, Chase describes his experience going to the assisted living home for his community service with Aaron and Bear. Notice how Chase acts and thinks very differently than his two friends at this point in the book.
In this chapter, Chase describes his experience going to the assisted living home for his community service with Aaron and Bear. Notice how Chase acts and thinks very differently than his two friends at this point in the book.
Chapter 9
Chapter 9
Chase Ambrose
Chase Ambrose
Chapter 9 Polo.mp4Ms. Polo
Ms. Polo
Reading Teacher
Reading Teacher
How do you think the “Old Chase” would have handled that situation?
How do you think the “Old Chase” would have handled that situation?
In this chapter we will hear from Kimberly Tooley and find out about how she feels about Chase. We will also see how Chase does something that surprises everybody and is a contrast to the Chase he used to be.
In this chapter we will hear from Kimberly Tooley and find out about how she feels about Chase. We will also see how Chase does something that surprises everybody and is a contrast to the Chase he used to be.
Chapter 10
Chapter 10
Kimberly Tooley
Kimberly Tooley
Chapter 10 Robinson 2nd Attempt.MOVMs. Robinson
Ms. Robinson
XLELA Teacher
XLELA Teacher
Pay close attention to the way Chase is acting in this chapter. What does this show about him?
Pay close attention to the way Chase is acting in this chapter. What does this show about him?
This is the first time we hear from one of Chase’s “best friends”. We found out how Aaron is feeling about Chase having amnesia and he asks himself some tough questions.
This is the first time we hear from one of Chase’s “best friends”. We found out how Aaron is feeling about Chase having amnesia and he asks himself some tough questions.
Chapter 11
Chapter 11
Aaron Hakimian
Aaron Hakimian
Chapter 11 Karen.mp4Ms. Lussier
Ms. Lussier
5th Grade Dual Language Teacher
5th Grade Dual Language Teacher
Notice the tough questions and think about how they connect to the conflict in the story. What are Aaron’s concerns about Chase?
Notice the tough questions and think about how they connect to the conflict in the story. What are Aaron’s concerns about Chase?
This chapter begins with a memory moment, in which Chase recalls a memory from before his fall.
This chapter begins with a memory moment, in which Chase recalls a memory from before his fall.
Chapter 12
Chapter 12
Chase Ambrose
Chase Ambrose
Chapter 12 ChertizaMs. Chertiza
Ms. Chertiza
5th Grade Teacher
5th Grade Teacher
Notice the memory moment and Chase’s reaction to it. Why might this memory be important?
Notice the memory moment and Chase’s reaction to it. Why might this memory be important?
We know Shoshanna Weber thinks Chase is her worst enemy. But in this chapter, she needs to make some choices about how she wants to handle the situation she’s been put in. Often times, the decisions a character makes reveals a lot about the type of character they are.
We know Shoshanna Weber thinks Chase is her worst enemy. But in this chapter, she needs to make some choices about how she wants to handle the situation she’s been put in. Often times, the decisions a character makes reveals a lot about the type of character they are.
Chapter 13
Chapter 13
Shoshanna Weber
Shoshanna Weber
Chapter 13 Mr. Y.mp4Mr. Yatsyla
Mr. Yatsyla
Math & Science Teacher
Math & Science Teacher
What choices does Shoshanna need to make and what does she decide to do? What do these decisions show about her?
This chapter starts with Chase having an important conversation with his father. Do you think his father is helping the situation or making it worse?
As we continue reading toward the end of this chapter, Chase asks himself Tough Questions.
Chapter 14
Chapter 14
Chase Ambrose
Chase Ambrose
Chapter 14 Gonzalez.mp4Jeanie Gonzalez
Jeanie Gonzalez
Reading Teacher
Reading Teacher
See if you can spot the Tough Questions and jot them down. Then ask yourself: What does this make me wonder about?
In this chapter, Brendan and Chase’s relationship develops.
In this chapter, Brendan and Chase’s relationship develops.
Chapter 15
Chapter 15
Brendan Espinosa
Brendan Espinosa
Jackson Chapter 15.mp4Ms. Jackson
Ms. Jackson
5th Grade Teacher
5th Grade Teacher
Do you feel Chase is truly Brendan’s friend? Support your thinking with details from the chapter.
Do you feel Chase is truly Brendan’s friend? Support your thinking with details from the chapter.