The Skin I'm In Chapters 1 & 2

Front

From what point of view is this story told? Use the chart and to help you figure out who is telling us the story. Look back at the text, if needed.

Back

First person, the narrator is one of the characters.

Front

Who is the main character?

Back

Maleeka Madison

Front

What does Maleeka get teased about at school?

Back

Her dark skin.

Front

Who teases Maleeka about the complexion of her skin?

Back

John-John

Front

What is the setting for this story? Options: Park, Store, Home, School

Back

School

Front

Who is it that Maleeka already doesn't seem to like? Options: Tai, the math teacher; Caleb, a classmate; Miss Saunders, the new English teacher; Worm, Char's boyfriend

Back

Miss Saunders, the new English teacher

Front

What can you infer (guess) about Miss Saunders based on her statement, "I want to give something back."

Back

She cares about the students at the school and wants to help.

Front

What does Charlese's statement "You don't scare me" and her body language (hands on hips) say about her character?

Back

Charlese is an antagonist.

Front

Who is Tai?

Back

She is a math teacher at the school.

Front

How does Miss. Saunders dress?

Back

fancy