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Life's Sketches, Rebound, Alexandria of Africa

Three novels by Eric Walters: Sketches follows Dana as she navigates life on the streets, Rebound explores friendship and overcoming challenges, and Alexandria of Africa tells the story of a spoiled rich teen's life-changing experience in Africa.

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Life's Sketches, Rebound, Alexandria of Africa

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  1. Eric Walters Novel Studies: SKETCHES REBOUND ALEXANDRIA OF AFRICA

  2. Sketches Synopsis: • Dana at 15, leaves home to escape a troubled home life • She meets to other “street” kids and they show her how to deal with the unforgiving life on the streets • Dana’s graffiti skills gets noticed by a counsellor of the drop-in centre “Sketches” • This drop in centre provides hope and second chance for teens and proves to be a pivotal location for Dana to confront her tough past

  3. Sketches Key Themes: • Never give up on life during desperate times • You can overcome life’s challenges with the right attitude

  4. Rebound Synopsis: • Sean is entering the 8th grade after a challenging Grade 7 year • Sean vows to have a better year and avoid poor choices he made with his supposed friend Scott • David is new to the school and is trying to turn his life around after a terrible accident left him in a wheelchair • After a rocky first meeting with Sean and David, they develop a friendship which is inspiring

  5. Rebound Key Themes: • True friends are by your side through tough times • Don’t judge or underestimate people with physical disabilities

  6. Alexandria of Africa Synopsis: • Alexandria Hyatt was a spoiled rich teen who knew how to manipulate her parents • She had been caught shoplifting twice and she thought she was “above” the law • Her luck ended when an unsympathetic judge offered her a choice: jail time or community service working as a volunteer in Africa • Alexandria’s experience in Africa is life changing.

  7. Alexandria of Africa Key Themes: • Wealth and material possessions doesn’t guarantee happiness • People can change with the right life experiences

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