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From: Amanda Grade 6 Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: anyone I rely like the main charter bud do you? how would you rate Bud 1-10 1 being the worst.
From: Amanda Grade 6 Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: anyone If you had to rate Bud on the way he handled his problem 1-10 what would you give him i would give him a 7 please write back
From: Amanda Grade 6 Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: anyone hey! If you had to rate Bud with his problem in chapter 2 and 3 1 being the worst and 10 being the best. i would give him a 7 because he could of did something but he did not. please write back
From: matt Grade 6th Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: everyone The Amoses are very mean! And Todd is a big bully.
From: Carmen	To: Alyssa To answer your question Alyssa, I have a lot of favorite smells. I like the smell of my family's kitchen. My father is a great cook, and he's always making something delicious. I like the smell of fresh-cut grass because it reminds me of running around outside in the spring and summer. The smell of cinnamon reminds me of my grandmother. She used to make me cinnamon toast all the time. Smells can really help us remember people and places, don't you think?
From: Raoul	To: Everyone This has been a great discussion so far! It's interesting to read your ratings of Bud. I'm not sure what rating I would give him. I have to admit—I sort of like the guy. Let me ask you this: Do you think Bud is lost? Why, or why not? What do you think he will do next?
From: Jillian Grade 6 Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: anybody I like how the author ends the chapter because he leaves at an exciting part !
From: Kelsey Grade 6 Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: Raoul I don't think that Bud is lost because he knew about the library, and when he had to be at the breakfast place.
From: Danielle Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Emma 6 Hi Emma 6!!! How do you like the book so far? I think it's great. It's really interesting and makes you keep wanting to read on, I'm really enjoying it! Pease write back telling me your oppinion of the book! Nice talking to you!! Your friend Danielle
From: Emily Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: James Hi I agree that his flyers are special to him! I think this because he is very protective of them. What chapter are you on I'm on chapter 12? Please write back From Emily
From: Nicole Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: *Jessi* I think that Bud learned that families are very important and hard to find. He also learned that if you find a family make sure that # 1 they're right for you and # 2 they're not using you!. Now you write back o.k ?.
From: Danielle Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Jessi My favorite part in the book is when Bud and Bugs are running away to get on the train. You keep on wanting to read to find out what's going to happen next. I'm enjoyng reading the book and think it is very good. Please wrte back telling me your opinion of the book! Danielle
From: Jordan Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Matt Hi Matt, I think some of the of the book's themes are poverty, opportunity and racism. I figurered out the themes by seeing that when he went to Hooverville and had all kinds of opportunity.
From: Emily Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Mike from Stillwater I don't think Bud should beat Todd up because the Amoses would kill him! Write back on what you think.
From: Nicole Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Jillian from stillwater elementry I think you are right about how the author ends the chapters! Can you please write back ok?
From: matt Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Frank,Stillwater grade 6 Frank do you know the answers to these questions?? What are some possible themes of the book?? How did you arrive at these themes??
From: Caitlyn Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Clint To Clint At the end of chapter 7, Bud talks about a door closing and one opening. What do you think he means? From Caitlyn P.S Write back
From: Trevor Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Clint in Stillwater Bud, Not Buddy is about racisim, proverty and hunger. Why do you think the author wrote about this.Please write back.
From: Caitlyn Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Clint To Clint At the end of chapter 7, Bud talks about a door closing and one opening. What do you think he means? From Caitlyn P.S Write back
From: Emily Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Carmen Hi Have you finished the book? My favourite chapter in the book is the chapter when Bud gets the pencil up his nose all the way up to the r!That was very grose! Write back on what you think Emily from John.T.Tuck
From: Caitlyn Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Clint To Clint At the end of chapter 7, Bud talks about a door closing and one opening. What do you think he means? From Caitlyn P.S Write back
From: nathan Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Tyler UpperArlington OH or anyone that will answer The themes are racism, poverty, family and opportunity. P.S. Please write back.
From: Nicole Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Amanda from Stillwater Elementry From a survey of 1-10 I would give Bud a 12 for character and a 7 for the way he handles his problems. Could you write back.
From: Danielle Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Jenn I see you haven't responded to my comment I sent to you earlier!! Please do that!! Anyway these ae the items I would bring in my suitcase.... Pictures of my family clothes blanket pillow brush (of course!!) toothbrush and toothpaste stuff to wash my face with Write back!!! Danielle
From: Jack Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Josh Hi Josh, this book has an opportunity for Bud and Bugs to get on the train but Bud didn't and Bugs did. This door closing for Bud opened another one for him. Bud was able to get a ride by car.
From: matt Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Jordan not Gordan I agree with u Jordan not Gordan but you don't have to say of the twice!!
From: Alyssa Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Carmen Yes, I agree that smells can help us remember places because everything smells different. Some themes that I think are in the book are Opportunity, Family and Poverty. What themes do you think are in the book? PLease write back and tell me what you think!
From: *Jenn* Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Danielle Hey pal! Ha, Ha if anyone reads this, it is a inside joke between us! The things I would bring in my suitcase are: 1. a photo of my family 2. a blanket and a pillow 3. a toothbrush and toothpaste 4. my two best friends you (of course) and Christine 5. a facecloth and soap 6. food and water to live on 7. don't worry, i'll bring a brush too! write back pal! from your bud (not from the book of course) *Jenn*
From: Emma6 Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: everyone Hi, I think that Bud is going to find his dad in the end of the book, don't you? I think that Bud has learned a lot about families, I think that he has learned that they are loving and caring and that they share their things and give you a warm feeling. But I think that Bud has not had that feeling in a long time. I really hope that he finds his dad in the end. What do any of you think what Bud has learned about families? From Emma6 P.S write back a soon as possible. Thanks
From: Alyssa Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Jillian from Stillwater Yes, I agree that the author leaves you in an exciting part after each chapter. Everytime I try to put the book down I can't because it is so good! What do you think is going to happen next? Write me back with your ideas!
From: Alex Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: All you people out there in the world in grade 4-6 Hello, Some possible themes in the book are Poverty, Racism, Opportunity,and Family.And just for the record I still think Bud's dad is dead.
From: Alicia Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Amanda from stillwater hello, If I was to rate Bud as a character I would rate him a 9 because he is always doing the right thing except in chapter 9 when he goes in to the car with the man who Bud thinks is a vampire. What would you rate him at? Who do you think the man is? Alicia p.s. please write back thanks
From: David Grade 6th Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: to anybody Hi! I think that bud's dad is on tour around the country. Or he's died.
From: Brittany Grade 6th Barrington Elementary Upper Arlington, OH	To: everyone If you could talk to the author what would you say/ask him?
From: Kayla Grade 6 Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: Emma Jhon T. Tuck Maybe he'll find his dad at the very end but not for a while.Write back!
From: David Grade 6th Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: to anybody Hi! I think that bud's dad is on tour around the country. Or his dad is dead
From: jake Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: someone out there in grade 6 Hi, Some themes in the book is racism, opportunity, family and there also is hunger.I arrived at the racism theme at the part when the police officers were whacking the blackmen,that's just mean. I also came across the theme of poverty when Bud was just walking down the street when someone in a black car pulled up next to him and said do you want some food or a drink. People would line up for hours just to get food. please write back,
From: Kayla Grade 6 Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: Emma Jhon T. Tuck Maybe he'll find his dad at the very end but not for a while.Write back!
From: Mike Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Rioul If I were to rate Bud as the character I would give him a 8,9 or 10. I think he makes a good main character because he makes the book interesting because of all the themes of racism,poverty,opportunity and family. What do you like about him. PPPlease write back!!!!
From: Alyssa Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Amanda from Stillwater If I had to rate Bud I would have probably give him a 7 out of 10 too. Do you like the book so far? I do a lot! Please write me back and tell me what you think some themes in the book are and if you like the book!
From: Brittany Grade 6th Barrington Elementary Upper Arlington, OH	To: alex I think the father is still alive.How come you don't?
From: Emma6 Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: everyone Hi Danielle, You could have just asked me in class, but oh well. Anyways..... I think that the book is great so far, It is really fun and interesting to read and I just feel really sorry for Bud. From Emma6 write back soon. From Emma6
From: *Jenn* Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Amanda at Stillwater Elementry hi Amanda, My name is Jenn. I would rate Bud from 1-10 a 8 because he sounds like a nice considerate boy who is trying to find his father. What chapter are you on? I'm on chapter 12. I usually hate reading but first of all I have no choice and second of all the book is really interesting. P.S please write back *Jenn*
From: Alicia Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Carmen hello, Who do you think that the man Bud got into the car with is? If you were Bud what would you have done? I would kick and run as fast as i could into a forest near by so he could not catch me in his car. Who do you think the man is? I think he is Bud's father because he says he is from Grand Rapids. What do you think? Alicia please write back.
From: Nicole Grade 6 Barrington Elementary Upper Arlington, OH	To: Amanda If would rate the book from 1 to 10 I would give it a 9. I thought it was a really good book. Nicole S. Write back soon!!!!!
From: Alyssa Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Matt from Stillwater Yes, I agree that the Amoses are really mean and that Todd is a big bully. I wonder if Bud is going to find his Dad in the Grand Rapids or even make it there.
From: Brittany Grade 6th Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: Mary Hannah I think she liked the posters 'cause her husband might be in the flyers.
From: Mike Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Carmen I think Bud is a good character because he is brave and smart. What do you think he is like. Write back.
From: Kayla Grade 6 Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: Emily from Jhon T. Tuck Was up! I agree with you that Bud shouldn't beet Todd up because I think that in chapter 4 Bud got his great revenge.Write back!
From: Claire Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Jessi Hi Jessi. I was wondering what you think some of the main themes in the book are. I think that they are: poverty, racism, hunger, opportunity, and family. Write back about your ideas of the book's themes.
From: jamie Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Shawna I agree with Alex that Bud's dad is dead and I think the flyers are so old they maybe older then his mom and Bud is going to Grand Rapids for nothing. please write back!
From: sabrina Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: carmen * Hey carmen it is Sabrina. Today what i am going to talk to you about are the main themes. The main themes in this storey are faimly, poverty, racism, opportunity. ( : ps right back........... please * sabrina *
From: Jeff Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Amanda Hello. I would rate this book 10 so far because Bud is good to everyone so far in the book.I am on the 12 th chapter and Bud is in Hooverviile. Are you there yet please write back Bye!From:*Jeff*
From: Elias Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Emma 6 HI, Emma it's me. Elias. It's good that someone else likes funny books too. But in my comment I did say it was slow but I do not want to take the book and rip it in half. I would not do that. I would get in trouble. I do not think that Bud is lost. Well he might be. But that is just my opinion. What is yours?. P.S Write back please.
From: Carley Grade 6 Barrington Elementary Upper Arlington, OH	To: Christine Hi What would you rate this book? I am just sending this becuse there is nothing else to send. *BYE* Carley
From: Jennifer Grade 5 Barrington Elementary Upper Arlington, OH	To: Brittany If I could talk to the author I would say that I really enjoyed the book and I would ask her if she would ever write a sequel. Write back soon!
From: michael Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: kali and katie If I were to rate this book I would rate this a 10. I like Cristopher Paul Curtis' style of writing - how he gives such good description and how Bud can take care of himself. Why do you think Bud won't stop looking for his dad. I think it was hysterical when Bud thinks Mr.Lewis is a vampire and puts the car into drive and then Mr.Lewis tells Bud he isn't a vampire because vampires can't drive. Mr.Lewis then drives him to his house and asks him what he is doing in the Grand Rapids and Buds says, " I'm looking for my father", and Mr.Lewis says," Who's your dad, son?" "Herman.E.Callaway ", says Bud. Write back sorry that it is so long. Bye
From: jamie Grade 6 John T. Tuck Burlington, Ontario	To: Shawna I agree with Alex that Bud's dad is dead and I think the flyers are so old they maybe older then his mom and Bud is going to Grand Rapids for nothing. please write back!
From: Steph Grade 6 Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: everyone Hi everyone....I have a question for u all! If you were Bud in the shed at the Amos's and you just got away from the hornets, what would you do to pay back them for being me to him, or would you not pay them back and leave right away?
From: Amanda Grade 6 Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: Jeff from Joh T. Tuck Jeff, Thanks for taking the time to read my message! Do you like the book so far? what is you favorite part? -Amanda
From: Amanda Grade 6 Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: Nicole S. Dear Nicole S. Thanks for reading my message! I think that the book is great. I'm only on chapter 6. I hope thay the other chapters are as great as the ones i'v red.
From: Amanda Grade 6 Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: *Jen* John T. Tuck Hey Jen! i'm on chapter 6 the book is rely good so far. thanks for reading me message. -Amanda
From: Amanda Grade 6 Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: Alyssa John T. Tuck hey Alyssa! Some thems in the book are race and diffrences. To answer your qustin yes. I'm on chapter 6. Thanks for reading my mesage -Amanda
From: Amanda Grade 6 Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: Alicia John T. Tuck Hey Alicia! I would give the book a 7 because he could have stood up form him self. When he ran away i thougt that was a smart dessionl. -Amanda
From: Frank Grade 6 Grade Stillwater Elementary Newton, NJ	To: Matt from Burlington, Ontario Dear Matt, I also think he's lost and his dad is dead. Hey Matt did you think it was funny when Bud stuck Tod's hand in the water to make him wet the bed? I sure did! Well that's about it for now. Please write back!
From: jim Grade 6 Youngblood Intermediate Houston, TX	To: A and A You people over there are wierd and I don't agree with any thig you say.