Look Both Ways-Discussion Questions Kenzie and Simeon

Look Both Ways-Discussion Questions Kenzie and Simeon

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What is the item that Kenzi always carries with him?

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What location in the school does Kenzi compare to a minefield?

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What does Kenzi want to be when he grows up?

Question 1

Reread the description of where Kenzi and Simeon live. Why might they live here? What type of housing development is it? How do you know? 

Question 3

How did Kenzi and Simeon meet?  

Question 4

Describe Kenzi and Simeon’s friendship. Is it similar to or different from typical friendships between boys of this age?      

Question 5

Explain the relationship between Simeon’s and Kenzi's brothers.  

Open Ended

Considering the book as a whole, and the stories read so far, what do you think Look Both Ways is about?