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Book Club #2: Color of Water 1. In the lecture, Trajectories and…
Book Club #2: Color of Water
1. In the lecture, Trajectories and Family Circumstances, (https://csus.mediasite.com/Mediasite/Play/135f589631c84036aa90e1a1ea351efc1d) there is information on establishing, mediating, and modifying the speed of trajectories. Select a piece of information from one type of trajectory and apply it to the family. Make sure to explain the piece of information you select. When referencing specific information from the reading, cite using page numbers.
2. In the lectures, Intersectionality and Teacher Relationships, (https://csus.mediasite.com/Mediasite/Play/f65ed34b78cb4726ab58b1926aaf034e1d) there is information on the meaning of multiple categories of a social group as well as teacher relationships with families. Select a piece of information from either lecture and apply it the family. Make sure to explain the piece of information you select. When referencing specific information from the reading, cite using page numbers.
3. From the lecture, Schools and Family Engagement, (https://csus.mediasite.com/Mediasite/Play/156ced27061f4f928af4a7f511618ed31) select a type of involvement (e.g. communicating) you think would best serve this family. Explain why you think the selected type of involvement would be beneficial. Make sure to explain the involvement you select. When referencing specific information from the reading, cite using page numbers.
4. Throughout chapters 10-18 James continues to address race. For example, he asks his mother, “Am I black or white?” Her response: “You’re a human being,” she snapped. “Educate yourself or you’ll be a nobody” (p. 92). Ruth also describes her own feelings about Black people before having children. Discuss your thoughts on James’ continual issues with race, and Ruth’s contribution as his mother. When referencing specific information from the reading, cite using page numbers.
5. In chapters 11, 13, and 15, Ruth’s first pregnancy, abortion, and heartache are described. Describe your thoughts on what Ruth has to deal with and how race contributes to what she experiences. When referencing specific information from the reading, cite using page numbers.
6. In chapter 18, the family moves to Delaware. Discuss your thoughts on the challenges Ruth has a single mother and how she addresses the challenges. When referencing specific information from the reading, cite using page numbers.
7. Find a local community resource (e.g. program) that would help James or his family. Name the resource, brief description of services provided, and explain specifically how this resource would benefit.
8. From chapters 10-18, quote a piece of information (cite a page number) you found particularly striking or interesting. Explain why this quote was interesting to you.
