45 pages 1 hour read

Katherine Applegate

Wishtree

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2017

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Essay Topics

1.

Explain the symbolic significance of Red being a monecious tree. How does this parallel a nonbinary gender identity, and both expand and develop the book’s central message?

2.

What is Applegate’s message about the relationship between humans and the natural world? Use plot and character analysis to form your answer.

3.

According to Wishtree, what is the best way to overcome prejudice and bigotry? Use analysis of the book’s characters and plots, complete with direct quote citation, in order to support your answer.