Bud, Not Buddy

Hello students,



I really hope you enjoy this novel! I think you will be inspired by the main character, Bud and will be able to relate to what he experiences throughout the text.



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Happy reading,
Mrs. Sims



Friday, February 17, 2012

Favorite Scene

What is your favorite scene in Bud, Not Buddy?  Explain what is happening in the scene.  Select something to cite that adds to the excitement of the scene.  Why did you select that particular scene?

Thursday, December 22, 2011

What Happened to Bud?

At the end of chapter 14 Bud does something that is out of character for himself.  What does he do?

Why does this happen to Bud?  What can you infer?  I am looking for specific evidence from the chapter to support your inference.  Cite something directly from the text and explain your citation.

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Lefty Lewis

Why does Lefty Lewis decide to pick up Bud as he's walking along the side of the road in Owosso, Michigan?  What can you infer about Owosso?  Explain your inference.

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Bud's Momma

What is the most interesting thing you have read so far about Bud's momma?  What can you infer about her? 

Bud's momma says, "No matter how bad things look to you, no matter how dark the night, when one door closes, don't worry, because another door opens".  What does she mean by this statement?

Thursday, September 29, 2011

Bud Caldwell's Rules and Things For Having a Funner Life and Making a Better Liar Out Of Yourself

Bud makes a list of rules that he uses in his life.  Which rules do you think are accurate and which ones do you think are foolish?  Create a rule that would be useful in your life.