Characters
Who is the protagonist in Out of My Mind?
Melody
Who is Melody's best friend at school?
Rose
What happened to Melody's first pet?
It jumped pout of the fish bowl.
Melody lives in this city, which is also the setting for much of the novel.
Detroit
What is Melody's dog name?
Butterscotch
Who is one of the few adults who recognizes Melody’s intelligence early in the story?
Mrs. V
Melody is able to get a device that allows her to communicate more easily. This device is known as a...
Medi-Talker
What is the name of Melody's special education classroom?
H5
Who is Doodle?
Penny's stuffed animal
Who is Melody's history teacher?
Mr. Dimmings
What is the event where Melody gets the chance to prove her intelligence and abilities in front of her classmates and teachers?
The Whiz Kid competition
What is the name of Melody's disability?
Cerebral Palsy
What does Melody name her Medi-talker?
Elvira
What is Melody's mom's name?
Diane
When Melody feels overwhelmed with emotions she has what she calls a...
tornado
What famous individual with a disability inspires Melody?
Stephen Hawking
Who is Melody's classroom aid?
Catherine
Who was Melody's favorite 2nd grade teacher who helped foster her love of reading?
Mrs. Tracy
This theme is explored through Melody’s relationships with her peers and their eventual understanding of her capabilities beyond her disability.
Friendship
What is the name of the school Melody attends?
Spaulding Street School