The House on Mango Street Vignette Journal Prompts

1.What does your house look like? Describe its good and bad points. 2.Is it better to get none of something that you hope for, or is it better to get part of it? Explain your reasoning. The House on Mango Street

1.What is your hair like? How is it different from others in your family? 2.What is it about your family that makes you feel loved, safe, or supported? Hairs

1.How do boys and girls interact with each other in your life? Give a few examples. 2.What are some expectations or responsibilities boys have that are usually masculine? What are some expectations or responsibilities girls have that are usually feminine? Give some exceptions to these rules. Boys and Girls

1.Write what you know about your name. What does it mean? How was it chosen? How do you feel about it? What similes or metaphors would you use to describe your feelings about it? 2.Do you think that someone’s name or birthday determines their personality or future? Explain. Do you pay attention to horoscope or zodiac signs? Why or why not? My Name

1.Has someone ever shown prejudice toward you because of your age, race, ethnic background, religion, or something else? What did the person do or say? How did you react? 2.If you could help Esperanza respond to Cathy’s prejudiced comments rationally, what would you tell her she should have said to increase understanding and awareness between them? Cathy Queen of Cats

1.Describe a good day with your friends. 2.Why do you think simple toys, like bicycles and kites, are still popular in an era of cell phones, the Internet, and video games? Explain your reasoning. Our Good Day

1.Which family member are you most like, physically? How? Which family member are you most like in personality? How? 2.Do you feel that you most often make friends with people who think like you do? Why or why not? Give a few examples to support your answer. Laughter