Coraline

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2002

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Chapters 1-4

Chapters 5-7

Chapters 8-10

Chapters 11-13

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How is Coraline’s life in the real world different from the life she is promised in the other world? Why do you think Coraline did not stay in the other world after her first visit?

The other mother creates a fantastic new life to offer Coraline. How does she use the neighbors to entice Coraline into staying with her in the other world? In what ways are the neighbors improved versions of themselves?

Coraline is a picky eater and dislikes much of her parents cooking. How does food play a role in the book? What foods does Coraline choose to feed herself? How does the other mother use food to manipulate Coraline?