One of my students referenced a scene from The Outsiders this week and I couldn't remember it. It was a subtle phrase from a scene I had obviously not found as profound. I honestly couldn't even remember it. Therefore, I decided to read this book again and to watch the movie so I could answer questions more accurately. So I spent my "free" time this week rereading this timeless tale. Our 8th graders read it each year and I'm always so pleased with the turnaround some reluctant readers make after reading it with their teacher. I attempted to share the story with my eleven year old daughter, but she wasn't interested enough yet. And I'm so relieved! This story is one for mature students. I appreciate S.E. Hinton's craft even more after revisiting it. I strongly encourage you to read this book. Here's a blurb, as found on Amazon.com.
"No one ever said life was easy. But Ponyboy is pretty sure that he's got
things figured out. He knows that he can count on his brothers, Darry
and Sodapop. And he knows that he can count on his friends—true friends
who would do anything for him, like Johnny and Two-Bit. And when it
comes to the Socs—a vicious gang of rich kids who enjoy beating up on
"greasers" like him and his friends—he knows that he can count on them
for trouble. But one night someone takes things too far, and Ponyboy's
world is turned upside down..."
And of course afterwards you'll want to watch the movie. :)
Some stories are worth revisiting...
Happy Reading!
RC
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