Cara Landry
In what grade was Cara when she wrote articles that were unkind and intended to hurt?
Fourth
Who wrote the first article in The Landry News?
Cara Landry
What does Mr. Larson do all day in class at the beginning of Cara's fifth grade year?
Drink coffee, read the paper, and NOT teach!
Joey
Who did Michael say was the author of the article when he gave it to Cara?
His friend
Why was Cara upset in fourth grade?
Her parents got divorced.
What was the motto of The Landry News?
Truth and Mercy
What did Mr. Larson receive 3 years in a row in the past?
Teacher of the Year
What does it mean for a newspaper to have heart?
For the newspaper/writer's intentions to be good, to tell the truth, and to be kind
What does the First Amendment protect that is addressed in the story?
Freedom of Speech and the Press
Cara lived on the outskirts of what big city?
Chicago
Who got the first edition of The Landry News out of the trash can in Mr. Larson's room?
Cara
How did Mr. Larson react when he FIRST read Cara's article about him in the first edition of The Landry News?
He was red in the face, angry, and mad at Cara. Over the weekend, he realized she was right.
What was the name of the new newspaper the class wrote?
the Guardian
Why was it important for Michael to read his article aloud in the auditorium?
It showed his Mom's support, that it was appropriate, and it convinced the school board to dismiss charges.
Whose advice did Cara seek when deciding if she would print Michael's story?
Mr. Larson (and her Mom)
How did The Landry News change from the beginning to end? Give at least 2 examples
Now has a team, a new motto, is printed, etc
Give two examples of why Dr. Barnes finds Mr. Larson unprofessional.
1) Never checks his mailbox
2) Classroom is loud and chaotic
3) He doesn't get good reviews and doesn't take ownership
4) Lots of parent complaints- no hw or teaching
How did the Guardian become paperless?
It's online
What is the big conflict in the story (think about class and Mr. Larson)
Mr. Larson may get fired because of the article Michael wrote, and the class has to stop publishing The Landry News. The First Ammendment is in jeopardy.
How many editions of The Landry News were printed?
10
What did Mr. Larson's Class learn while getting ready for Mr. Larson's big trial?
What did Cara and her staff have ready for the end of the school board trial?
The tenth edition of the Landry News
What did Cara's last editorial say about Mr. Larson?
He is the heart of this year, and he should win Teacher of the Year award.