April: Realistic
Nothing but the Truth
Activity #1: (ACTING) Divide the class into groups of four and reenact
the scene in which Philip hummed the National Anthem. One person in the
group can play the part of Mrs. Narwin, another Philip, and the last two
can play other students (such as Allison and Ben). Try to come up with a
scenario that might have avoided the conflict that arose. How might the
characters have acted (and reacted to each other) differently? Take turns
presenting your scenarios to the class and decide together which was the
most effective.
Activity #2: (DISCUSSION/WRITING) Schools in the United States have been
criticized for becoming more and more permissive. Discuss this topic as
a class then brainstorm in pairs the behaviors that occur in schools today
that would not have been permitted in the past. Is a permissive environment
more or less conducive to learning? Write a journal entry explaining your
views on this topic.
Activity # 3: (CONTEST) Nothing But the Truth is a thought-provoking
title for this novel. See if anyone in your class can come up with an equally
compelling title.
Nothing But the Truth by Avi was published in 1991 by Avon Books,
NY NY.
For more information on the author AVI. | 
