Zevin, Gabrielle,. Elsewhere, May 2007, Square Fish, ISBN- 9780312367466
Liz is a teenage girl that is killed in an car accident. Liz founds herself somewhere that reminds her of earth but it is not earth. Liz is confused but this place is very pleasant and no one appears to be growing old but Liz know this is strange and not to happy about this situation all Liz has on her mind is turning sixteen, Liz meets family members died before they was born. Liz misses her friends and life as she knew it. Liz asks about God and is told he is the same she never really gets complete answers or clarity. The characters are realistic and Liz just wants who other teens wants and that's to have another birthday and the be with friends and in control. Zevin revealed some common teen issues even for a teen after death.
Awarded- Best Book of the Year - School Library Journal
"Even readers who have strong views on what happens after death may find themselves intriged by the fascinating world of Elsewhere" Janis Flint- Ferguson
"Loosely reminiscent of Greek myths"- School Library Journal
"Gabrielle Zevin has constructed a fascinating 'what if?' Great humor and speculation, on pets as well as people." - Chicago Tribune
Activity before reading the book
Imagine that you have experienced an out of body experience explain what you think would happened.
Discuss any information you are familiar with about life after death,such as your believes, thoughts, etc..
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