Writing Prompts

1. Rana is Sofia’s best friend, but she also has her own story to tell. Choose a scene in this story and rewrite it from Rana’s perspective. How does the scene change when Rana is telling the story?
2. Sofia loves gymnastics and pushes herself hard. Make a list of five activities you love to do. Do you push yourself to do better at these activities, like Sofia? Why or why not?
3. This book begins after Sofia’s parents leave for their work trip. Give the book a different beginning: show us Sofia saying goodbye to her parents. What kinds of thoughts and emotions can you express through dialogue?