Chapter 13

Why do you think Joey's mom doesn't want him to meet his dad? Do you think it just because of the reasons she has given him or could there be more?

Chapter 14

Why do you think Joey's mom became uncomfortable when the Doctor said he wanted to talk about their "Family conditions"?

Chapter 1 & 2

Joey describes himself as wired - what does he mean?

Chapter 3

Joey has gotten new medicine with the start of the new school year. How is it working for him? How do we know?

Chapter 8

Joey is suspended in Chapter 8, his mom is more upset because she feeling she failed him by leaving him. What would you say to Joey's mom to make her feel better?

Chapter 12

Joey and his mom are talking more and more to each other. Joey's mom tells him that she is sorry for hurting him. If you could tell one person you were sorry for something you did who would it be and why?

Chapter 11

In chapter 11 Joey talks about shifting gears to help him get back on track. What things can you do in your day to help you stay on task?

Chaper 9

Joey wants a dog just like him - a Chihuahua, "a nice, springy dog. A good dog." If you could get a dog that would be just like you what would it be and why would that dog be like you?