Robert Cormier Research Paper

Norbert James Penner is a 12-year-old boy born on 9-16-03. He is in the 7th grade. His mom’s name is Sally Penner, and his dad’s name is Sam Penner. He was born in Sacramento, California and currently lives in Richardson, Texas at 4437 Laney Court. His room is in the back of the house past the entry way and the living room. It is a blue color scheme. It has a bed facing the door with a rug under the bed. There is a beanbag in the right corner where he studies. Above the bed there is a big bookshelf with a few books he enjoys reading, he speakers, his trinkets he has showcased, and a box of other toys in his room. In the corner there is a skateboard that he enjoys riding and rides about once or twice a week, and a vintage video game system that has Pac Man. His house is currently at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. His best friend’s name is Boo. He met her when in 4th grade and they were friends ever

“Bind them, Torture them, Kill them” or BTK for short. That was the moniker that convicted Serial Killer Dennis Rader went by in Wichita Kansas. Most neighbors described him as “Just a Regular Person.” He worked as a city law supervisor, Boy Scout leader, Church Elder. He had loving parents and siblings. But behind that mask was a sexually-driven “Monster.”

My name is Nathanael Roskens, but everyone calls me Nate. I am a senior at Groom High School. I enjoy sports and music. I love to work hard and to succeed. For me, it is essential to always give my best effort on whatever I am doing. I am taking this class to get a head start on my college degree while I am still in high school and get a taste for what college will be

Dark themes are on the rise in young adult literature, and parents can’t help but wonder if this is due to the abundance of these subjects in adult literature. Literary critic Meghan Cox Gurdon’s editorial “Darkness Too Visible” and author Sherman Alexie’s response “Why the Best Kids Books are Written in Blood” have contrasting views on this subject. However, with the superior techniques Alexie Sherman is more effective. Both authors use themes and style in their writing, but with his superior use of persuasive techniques Alexie Sherman’s article is ultimately more effective.

Willis, in this statement, was thereby addressing the hopes and beliefs of Americans of the early 19th century, who did hold the conviction that an American child of this new generation was destined for a uniquely promising   future, and that this required a new juvenile literature designed expressly for that child. Fiction there might be, but not light fiction; no, it was to be instructive and improving, to aid the parent in the moral development of the child. For the parent, not the school or even the church, was to be the major force in developing the child’s highest potential, and of the two parents, the mother was thought to be supremely qualified to inculcate, to influence, to teach by example.

“Jashia, you have to work for things to earn them.” these are the words Mr.Harry Bonner always reminds me of. Let me tell you a little bit more about him he runs the kids At Hope center. Which is where kids go after school and do programs,or they help plan things in the community. He love children all he always tries to do the best things for them that he possibly can. He is married with 4 children he go on a lot of trips to see his family. He love being involved in the community. Let me guess you already know who my hero is Mr.Bonner he’s my hero because he is hardworking, helps me with my up and downs, he keeps me an good programs. And that's how i want to be some day but the children would be hair.

Growing up in Schuylkill Haven of eastern Pennsylvania after being born on January 19th, 1937After, Robert was certain he would follow in his father’s by-gone

Often heralded as the world’s greatest nation, the United States is also considered home to the world’s greatest authors. Reputable authors such as Fitzgerald, Twain, and Steinbeck remain relevant even through the washing waves of time. One such timeless author, Ray Bradbury, ventured the hazardous path of taboo to write of change. Through his novels of innocent youths evolving into children enlightened beyond their years, Bradbury utilizes the motif of time, innocence, and the philosophical movements of existentialism, transcendentalism, and romanticism to describe catastrophic events the American culture could face if existing destitute judgments continue to prevail. Ray Bradbury dared to reveal his voice.

She does not understand why the older and well-known authors are not being read in high school. Prose uses a personal experience from her son’s sophomore English class. He had to read a “weeper and former bestseller by Judith Guest” (424), about a dysfunctional family dealing with a teenage son’s suicide attempt. “No instructor has ever asked my sons to read Alice Munro, who writes so lucidly and beautifully about the hypersensitivity that makes adolescence a hell,”(424). She again mentions books she approves of that should be read in English classes.

In Deane’s anecdote of flashbacks, he reflects on his childhood experiences with novels and literature, especially on the different styles found in writing. Without judgment on either piece, Deane discusses their impact on his emotions and his view on his own work. The mixture of multi-dimensional imagery and juxtaposed anecdotes further captures a significant realization to conclude the passage. Deane enriches the excerpt with an endless passion for reading, even in the dark.

As the era of literature slowly declines, the expert critiques and praise for literature are lost. Previously, novels were bursting at the seams with metaphors, symbolism, and themes. In current times, “novels” are simply short stories that have been elaborated on with basic plot elements that attempt to make the story more interesting. Instead of having expert critical analysis written about them, they will, most likely, never see that, as recent novels have nothing to analyze. Even books are beginning to collect dust, hidden away and forgotten, attributing to the rise of companies such as Spark Notes. An author deserves to have his work praised, no matter how meager and the masses should have the right to embrace it or to reject it. As

In the Hewlett-Packard (HP) video, the chief executive officer (CEO), Mark Hurd was a pertinent asset to the company—until he committed unethical acts. The principles discussed this week will be tied into a summary, as well as expressed through my thoughts to display the practicality of this occurrence. This paper examines Bateman and Snell’s research, along with the video content to propose that the CEO did not demonstrate ethical standards within his position.

“A Tale Intended to be After the Fact…” is how Stephan Crane introduced his harrowing story, “The Open Boat,” but this statement also shows that history influences American Literature. Throughout history, there has been a connection among literary works from different periods. The connection is that History, current events, and social events have influenced American Literature. Authors, their literary works, and the specific writing styles; are affected and influenced by the world around them. Authors have long used experiences they have lived through and/or taken out of history to help shape and express in their works. Writing styles are also affected by the current trends and opinions of the period they represent. By reading American

No one likes seeing large imposing buildings with high brick walls and barbed wire topping them And behind those thick walls is another imposing building with small slivers crossed with large grates to let light in and men and women clothed in orange roaming the highly watched yard. They are imposing and daunting buildings, ones that would take away from a community’s attractiveness. But worse than seeing a new building like this one being built in one’s community, is seeing an already imposing building expanding into one’s neighborhood. These imposing buildings remind society that the world is not as safe as one would like to believe, that there are more than a few less than savory citizens in our midst. Expanding our nation’s

Marijuana has been controversial for many years and has become an increasing topic of debate and subject to vote by the public to legalize it for both medicinal and recreational use despite it still being illegal under federal law (“Module 4.5: Substance Use and Abuse”., n.d.). However, research has shown that there are benefits to marijuana usage as seen in those undergoing chemotherapy as it stimulates their appetites, but due to the federal restrictions it’s proved hard for scientists to conduct effective research (“Module 4.5: Substance Use and Abuse”., n.d.). Research into the benefits of marijuana would be a great boon to the field of psychology as it would allow us to better understand the drug’s effect on the mind as well as the body,