In 3-4 complete sentences answer the following questions about Josh, the narrator of The Crossover.
What was your initial impression of Josh at the beginning of the book? How has Josh's character evolved/developed over the course of the novel? What events of the poem confirmed or changed your opinion of him?
At the beginning of the book, my initial impression of Josh was that he was cocky and confident, with a strong passion for basketball. However, as the novel progressed, I saw a more vulnerable side of Josh as he struggled to cope with his father's health issues and the strained relationship with his brother. The events in the poem, such as his father's heart attack and his brother's injury, confirmed my opinion that Josh was more than just a talented basketball player, but also a caring and compassionate person who deeply cared for his family. These events forced Josh to mature and reflect on his priorities, showing a different side of him that I hadn't seen before.
Shorten that and use 10-11 year old kids
At first, I thought Josh was a confident basketball player, but later I saw he was also vulnerable and caring, especially towards his family. I saw a different side of him when his dad got sick and his brother got hurt. It made me realize that Josh is more than just a talented athlete, but also a loving family member.
