My home is just five or so blocks away from the school, so it was an easy walk. I provided some cupcakes and Sprite, a student got some popcorn, and we were in business.
Somehow, all 23 of my students squeezed in and fit into my relatively small living room. After a truncated class session (a quick reminder of the homework), we began the film.
The movie was all right — much less powerful, of course, than the book. Nevertheless, the event was a success.
In order for the students to keep trying, they need some fun every once in a while. The more I can emphasize teamwork and togetherness, the more my students will give of themselves.