Bartlett Reads Winn Dixie

If you are a member of the Bartlett school community, you are familiar with the book Because of Winn Dixie by Kate DiCamillo. All of us at Bartlett, staff, students and families, have been reading this enchanting book since March 17th. Most of us will finish it next week, if we have not already done so. Monday through Thursday we are assigned two chapters to read, and Mr. Bousquet our principal has a question about that reading on the next day. As I mentioned in my last posting, reading is becoming somewhat of a lost art, so we were happy to come up with an activity to get everyone excited about a book. Believe me, Winn Dixie is a book to get excited about. The characters are unique, each with human failings and redeeming qualities. All of them are fond of Winn Dixie - a big ugly stray dog with an amazing smile. When we have finished reading, we are planning a celebratory party, with pickles, egg salad sandwiches, and dog picture decorations. I plan on coming dressed as Miss Franny the librarian, with a fancy dress and heels! I'm sure I won't be the only character there. Watch for pictures on my next posting!