Discuss West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge

Jun. 08, 2023
by gallupkrb

What storytelling related themes stood out most to you while reading this book? What emotions did you feel as you read Woody's words?

May. 24, 2023
by reene

What obligation does humanity have to the rest of the animal kingdom? How have we been affected by past extinctions?

May. 24, 2023
by reene

What is your favorite road trip memory?

May. 19, 2023
by djcminor

Who do you think is the real protagonist of the story?

May. 19, 2023
by djcminor

While reading, who did you think was the "you" that Woody was addressing? What was your feeling when the "you" was revealed?

May. 19, 2023
by djcminor

How do you think Woody's childhood shaped him into the person he became?

May. 19, 2023
by djcminor

How has the role of zoos changed over time? Are some zoos more acceptable than others? What is your position on them?

May. 17, 2023
by amyjo804

Woody has recurring nightmares throughout the book. What do we learn about him and his past? Is this an effective plot device?

May. 12, 2023
by CarolynSC

What is your view of animal performances in places such as circuses and amusement parks?

May. 12, 2023
by CarolynSC

What roles does storytelling fulfill in this novel?

May. 08, 2023
by BuffaloGirl

How did Woody's early experiences shape his understanding of himself, the world and other people? Looking back on your own childhood, are there any specific experiences that shaped the person you became?

May. 08, 2023
by BuffaloGirl

"Time heals all wounds, they say. I'm here to tell you that time can wound you all on its own." What do you think Woody means by this statement?

May. 08, 2023
by BuffaloGirl

What can we learn from Woody's relationship with the giraffes?

May. 08, 2023
by BuffaloGirl

Do you think your tolerance for lying and stealing would change in desperate times?

May. 08, 2023
by BuffaloGirl

Do you think Red and Woody's lives are as different as they seem on the surface? Could they have built a relationship and a life together under different circumstances?

May. 08, 2023
by BuffaloGirl

How did Red's bucket list shape her as a character? Do you have a bucket list? If so, what are some of the items on your list?

May. 08, 2023
by BuffaloGirl

How did Woody mature under the Old Man's guidance? What factors contributed to their bond?

May. 08, 2023
by BuffaloGirl

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West with Giraffes

Discuss West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge

How did Woody's internalized racism change after the trip?

How do the real newspaper clippings add to the authenticity of the story?

Overall, what did you think of West with Giraffes? (No spoilers, please)

What storytelling related themes stood out most to you while reading this book? What emotions did you feel as you read Woody's words?

What obligation does humanity have to the rest of the animal kingdom? How have we been affected by past extinctions?

What is your favorite road trip memory?

Who do you think is the real protagonist of the story?

While reading, who did you think was the "you" that Woody was addressing? What was your feeling when the "you" was revealed?

How do you think Woody's childhood shaped him into the person he became?

How has the role of zoos changed over time? Are some zoos more acceptable than others? What is your position on them?

Woody has recurring nightmares throughout the book. What do we learn about him and his past? Is this an effective plot device?

What is your view of animal performances in places such as circuses and amusement parks?

What roles does storytelling fulfill in this novel?

How did Woody's early experiences shape his understanding of himself, the world and other people? Looking back on your own childhood, are there any specific experiences that shaped the person you became?

"Time heals all wounds, they say. I'm here to tell you that time can wound you all on its own." What do you think Woody means by this statement?

What can we learn from Woody's relationship with the giraffes?

Do you think your tolerance for lying and stealing would change in desperate times?

Do you think Red and Woody's lives are as different as they seem on the surface? Could they have built a relationship and a life together under different circumstances?

How did Red's bucket list shape her as a character? Do you have a bucket list? If so, what are some of the items on your list?

How did Woody mature under the Old Man's guidance? What factors contributed to their bond?

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Discuss West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge

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