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Interview - Vera

Write ten questions that you would ask Vera if you could interview her.

Gary Vanderhaeghe - Books

Read another book written by Vanderhaeghe.

What If

Discuss with a group how the story might have been different if Martha or Stanley had not died.

Gravestone

Create a gravestone for Earl.

Portrait

Draw a portrait of Vera, Daniel, and Alec.

Map It

Create a map showing places where characters lived and traveled.

Potash Mine

Research potash mines. Write a few paragraphs discussing what you learn about the mines and what potash is used for.

Book Review

Write a review of the book as you would for a blog, magazine, or newspaper.

Earl's Death

Discuss with a group how you think Vera reacted when she learned about Earl's death.

Homesick: The Movie

Imagine that you are the director of a movie based on the novel. List the actors...

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