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Creative Writing and Presentation: “Jeffrey’s Graduation Speech”
In this activity, students will write and present a creative speech from the perspective of Jeffrey at his high school graduation.
Imagine that the author is asking for your help in crafting an epilogue where Jeffrey is graduating from high school and is giving a speech at his graduation. What would this speech include in relation to his illness? Reflect on the main events of the novel, then draft a speech from the perspective of Jeffrey using first-person narration. Consider the following as you craft the graduation speech:
Finally, share your speech with the class, then compare and contrast your creative writing with that of your peers.
By Jordan Sonnenblick