Live Life to the Fullest
Cole Bailey 4&5th Period
Analysis of the Development of Theme
In "Freak the Mighty" the Characterization of Freak and Max interact with the conflict to develop the theme. Freak is a brilliant mind. He loves to make things and quests. Although he knows he will die early in his life, he still lives it out.
Max is kind of like the opposite of Freak, though they make very good friends. Max is a big kid with a big heart, who loves to protect his friend Freak. When bad things happen to Freak, there are big conflicts. Although Max pulls through.
Reflection and Application of Theme
I think this theme is very true. I also agree with it very much. This author developed it very well. I think this because it is so true. It also shows you shouldn't wait around for things. You should get out and go do things with your life. This theme even relates to right now. Most kids are wasting their lives playing, and living in their video games, instead of living their life.
Book Cover
I did this symbol because everyone thinks Max is going to be like his dad because he looks like him. Even his grandpa (nicknamed Grim) used to be wary of him. Don't judge a book by its cover.
Freak
This is a picture from the movie "The Mighty" of Freak riding on Max's shoulders. Freak is the most important character, along with Max. Freak is a energetic twelve year old who suffers from a disease that makes it so his body doesn't grow as fast as it should. He is also a mastermind who befriends Max, and eventually saves him. He shows you should live your life, no matter how it is.
Freak being sick
In this picture Freak is sick from eating American Chop Suey. You can tell from the look in his eyes, he knows he will be all right. This picture is so heartwarming. That is why I chose it.
Summary
This book is about life. It is also about friendship and love. It doesn't tell us a date, But we can assume it was about in the 1990's. It's about two totally different kids named Kevin (nicknamed Freak) and Max. The story mostly takes place in or near their neighborhood. The reason the author chose this book is to warm our hearts and show kids reading is fun. I highly encourage you to read this book. Next time, on Literacy Talk, we will be talking about a book named "Tangerine.