In 2010, bestselling and awardwinning young adult and childrens author walter dean myers published dope sick, a magical realist novel that examines the way bad choices in an environment of disadvantage can lead to disastrous outcomes. Book summary dopesick shaina joseph\dopesick by walter. When he climbs the stairs of an abandoned building, all lil j wants is a chance to escape. Dope sick by walter dean myers reading group guide about. He has been skipping school and running the streets until one thing made him realize he needs to stop. Dope sick is like that, but with a touch of magic realism. Monster by walter dean myers monster is the story about a 16 year old black boy named steve harmon from harlem. See all books authored by walter dean myers, including monster, and fallen angels, and more on. Walter dean myers was the new york times bestselling author of monster, the winner of the first michael l. But the drug deal goes south and his life will never be the same.
Rico shot the cop because he didnt want anyone to know that he was selling drugs so that, they didnt go to jail. Walter dean myers summary life is a struggle for lil j. Google play books app on your pc, android, ios devices. Dope sick reading guide dope sick reading guide use the questions in this printable to guide classroom discussion about walter dean myerss novel dope sick, a story about drug use, violence, and. But he has been trying to escape his whole lifefrom relationships, from. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by us and international laws. Lil js partner in crime, rico, has told police that lil j is the shooter. I was intrigued as i zipped through the book about how myers would finish his story. A writers story childrens book author walter dean myers harlem talks about a discovery he made in childhood. So myers had virtually limitless ways to end lil js story. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Dope sick reading guide dope sick reading guide use the questions in this printable to guide classroom discussion about walter dean myers s novel dope sick, a story about drug use, violence, and second chances.
It was nicely crafted for its intended audience, wellwritten, intriguing and thoughtprovoking without being too preachy or overly complex. Both dope sick and monster deal with issues that african american teenagers deal with in life. Dope sick is a novel by acclaimed writer walter dean myers. The itch starts when things get too heavy for lil j.
They are both coming of age stories that help readers see that other people are dealing with similar situations. Bestselling author walter dean myers has received two newbery honors and was the first ever recipient of the michael l. Walter dean myers weaves elements of magical realism into a harrowing story about drug use, violence, alternate perceptions of reality, and second chances. It was just some guys, in one small room, doing nothing but talking for 95 minutes, and yet you couldnt take your eyes off it. It didnt have any of the things we think a story needs romance, humor, action, movement just talk. Steve is on trial for a being a possible accomplice to a murder. Weve added author podcasts and interviews, and dope sick is now available for free online reading. In this novel, lil j is running from the police because he has been involved in a drug deal that ended with the shooting of an undercover cop. This onepage guide includes a plot summary and brief analysis of dope sick by walter dean myers. Jan 09, 2020 hed do anything to change the last twentyfour hours, and when he stumbles into an abandoned crack house, it actually might be possible. The book begins with him in jail waiting for his trial to start. Walter dean myers second chance initiative resources for. Dope sick is a realistic fiction book by walter dean myers about a boy named lil j that gets framed for shooting a cop.
Walter dean myers weaves elements of magical realism into a harrowing story about drug use, violence, alternate perceptions of. Jul 14, 2019 myers writings for teens have frequently focused on the poorest people and neighborhoods of the worlds richest city, and dope sick takes place in the bleakest of harlem settings a reeking, abandoned building that has apparently been utilized as a place for drug addicts to temporarily duck into. In dope sick, walter dean myers breaks new ground and stretches the boundaries of realism to bring forth a tale of second chances, redemption, and the promise of hope. Walter dean myers writing styles in dope sick walter dean myers this study guide consists of approximately 23 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of dope sick. Street love book trailer by walter dean myers i mean i guess walter dean myers. Lil j agrees and finds himself frisking an under cover cop who was trying to bust their deal. Once you bring magical realism into a book, even realistic fiction, anything becomes possible.
I would recommend the book to people who like books that have more of a urban setting or to people who like books by walter dean myers. Listen to dope sick by walter dean myers available from rakuten kobo. With a gunshot wound to the arm, rico in jail, and a police officer clinging to life, lil j is starting to get dope sick. August 12, 1937 july 1, 2014 was a writer of childrens books best known for young adult literature. Author walter dean myers is the 2019 childrens literature legacy award winner. Dope sick by walter dean myers by reed meashaw on prezi. Myers writings for teens have frequently focused on the poorest people and neighborhoods of the worlds richest city, and dope sick takes place in the bleakest of harlem settings a reeking, abandoned building that has apparently been utilized as a place for drug addicts to temporarily duck into.
Walter dean myers on his new book dope sick harpercollins. Lockdown by walter dean myers in djvu, doc, epub download ebook. The book dope sick by walter dean myers was about how lil j a teen that lives in the hood has a rough life full of drugs and bad decisions. Skin popping or stealing pain pills from his mom help him relax. Myers paints a fascinating picture of his childhood growing up in harlem in the 1940s, with an adults benefit of hindsight.
When a drug deal goes bad dope sick by walter dean myers is about an 18 year old who gets into a drug deal with a friend. Walter dean myers books list of books by author walter dean. Dope sick audiobook by walter dean myers rakuten kobo. Or the idea that lil j is sick of his life that has been damaged by dope. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read dope sick. Shaina joseph dopesick by walter dean myers lil j is running from the police because he was in a drug deal. Walter dean myers weaves elements of magical realism into a harrowing story about. This book could be taught with the other book by walter dean myers that we read in class. Lil j and his friend, rico and lil j are on a mission to sell drugs but the seller turns out to be a cop. He was the author of two newbery honor books and six coretta scott king awardees. Inspired by these ideas of hope and redemption, walter dean myers and joined forces to create the second chance initiative.
Feb 29, 2000 dope sick is a realistic fiction book by walter dean myers about a boy named lil j that gets framed for shooting a cop. Main characters prezi by reed meashaw lil j eventually finds himself in a abandoned building wishing the last few hours hadnt occurred. Myers received every single major award in the field of childrens literature. Published on march 5, 2014 in bibliography full resolution. Read dope sick by walter dean myers available from rakuten kobo. Lil j is asked by a buddy named rico if he needed a little cash. A drug deal has gone wrong, a police officer has been shot, and lil j is holding a 9millimeter handgun. An easy deal turns into a disaster with an undercover cop. I was privileged to read an advance copy of walter dean myers new book dope sick, and let me say, simply.
Dope sick by walter dean myers reading group guide about the book. Oct 17, 2015 lockdown by walter dean myers in djvu, doc, epub download e book. This leaves lil j convinced that his life is over as he knows it. They are both coming of age stories that help readers see. Myers writings for teens have frequently focused on the poorest people and neighborhoods of the worlds richest city, and dope sick takes place in the bleakest of harlem settings a reeking, abandoned building that has apparently been utilized as. Book trailer for street love walter dean myers a book trailer example for mrs. Readers guide to dope sick by walter dean myers 9th 12th.
Dope sick is up to date, with events and developments right up to. Dope sick by walter dean myers is about an 18 year old who gets into a drug deal with a friend. Hed do anything to change the last twentyfour hours, and when he stumbles into an abandoned building, it actually might be possible. A scary truth behind the original bible story full documentary duration. Hed do anything to change the last twentyfour hours, and when he stumbles into an abandoned crack house, it actually might be possible. Walter dean myers is amazing he really inspired me big time i want to be an author because of him rest in peace walter dean myers rest in peace. Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook free. In the book the literal translation is someone who taken so much dope that they are sick. He was born in martinsburg, west virginia, but was raised in harlem, new york city.