Characters
Who is the main character of "The Skin I'm In"?
Who is Maleeka Madison?
Charlese bullies Maleeka by criticizing her clothes, which are made by this person.
Who is Maleeka’s mom?
Where does the story take place?
What is at Maleeka’s middle school?
In the book, Maleeka says, "Sometimes I look in the mirror and hate myself." This shows her struggle with this.
What is self-esteem, self confidence or self-acceptance
Maleeka starts gaining confidence after learning to stand up for herself and share this personal talent.
What is writing?
What is the name of the teacher who helps Maleeka?
Who is Miss Saunders?
Maleeka is often bullied for this reason.
What is the color of her skin?
What does Maleeka often get teased about?
What is her dark skin and homemade clothes
They don’t like my face. They don’t like my clothes.” Who says this?
Who is Maleeka?
Miss Saunders helps Maleeka by encouraging her to value this unique part of her appearance.
What is her dark skin?
Who is Maleeka’s "friend" who influences her negatively?
Who is Charlese Jones, also known as Char
Bullies like Charlese often act this way to make themselves feel more powerful.
What is mean or controlling?
What does Maleeka do so she isn't alone at school anymore?
What is do Char's homework?
“You think wearing designer clothes is what makes you special?” Who is this directed at?
Who is Char?
Maleeka learns that confidence grows when you stop trying to be like everyone else and embrace this instead.
What is your true self?
What does Caleb do that shows he cares about Maleeka?
What is write her a note apologizing?
Maleeka shows bravery by refusing to help Charlese do this harmful action.
What is vandalize Miss Saunders’ classroom?
Why does Maleeka feel embarrassed by her clothes?
What is because her mom sews them, and they’re not trendy?
Charlese tells Maleeka, "You’d be nothing without me." This quote highlights Charlese’s use of this tactic to control Maleeka.
What is manipulation or bullying?
One key to Maleeka’s journey toward self-confidence is finding someone who believes in her. That person is this teacher.
Who is Miss Saunders?
What is unique about Miss Saunders’ appearance?
What is vitiligo?
The story teaches that bullying can stop when someone does this, like Maleeka does toward the end of the book.
What is stand up for themselves?
How does Maleeka finally stand up to Char?
What is by refusing to do her homework and reclaiming her self-worth?
: Maleeka says, "I’m learning to like myself better, no matter what other people think." This marks a turning point in her journey toward this.
What is self-confidence?
True or False: Maleeka’s self-confidence grows when she realizes she doesn’t need validation from her peers.
What is true?