1. Describe Maddie's opinions of Beanie and Buddy at the beginning of the novel and her opinions of them at the end. Do these characters change during the novel, or is it only Maddie who changes?

2. Using the relationship between Maddie and Beanie as an example, write a paper on friendship and explain how you think Maddie and Beanie's relationship fits into your idea of what a good friendship should be.

3. Compare and contrast Beanie's personality with Buddy's, explaining why you believe they think and act the way they do.

4. Identify the types of incidents that occur in the book that trigger Maddie's memory of Mambo's death. Explain how each of these incidents leads her to remember what happened.

5. Write a persuasive paper explaining the importance of following your intuition.

6. Compare and contrast the relationship Maddie has with her parents and...