Beacuse of Winn-Dixie

Because of Winn-Dixie is written by Kate DiCamillo is a great book for young adult readers. You can find this book in the Contemporary Realistic Fiction Genre. It was published in the year 2000.










Because of Winn-Dixie is about a preacher's daughter  named Opal that goes to the store and comes back with a very shaggy un-kept dog. Opal  find herself meeting all kinds of people with different stories. Opal herself is learning how to let go of her mom, her new friends and her very shaggy dog help her to do so.


Discussion Question:
1. What is one thing that you are holding onto in life?
2. What is some advice would you give someone to help them let go of a loved one?


Motivational Activities:
Make a list of all of your regrets or thought that you are holding onto. Once you have completed this list wad it up and throw it away along with all the regrets and worries.


Other books written by Kate DiCamillo:
The Tale of Despereaux
The Magicians Elephant
The Tiger Rising