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Discussion guide for ‘Either the Beginning or the End of the World’
This discussion guide for “Either the Beginning or the End of the World” invites readers to explore themes of family, grief, identity, friendship and belonging. Through thoughtful questions and activities, it encourages young readers to consider the ways we navigate loss and change, the complexities of family relationships, and the search for connection and understanding during times of uncertainty.
Researching to write: ‘Either the Beginning or the End of the World’
Music, folktales, interviews, books, and conversations all became part of Terry’s research for “Either the Beginning or the End of the World.” Her journey into Cambodian history and culture was ultimately about more than war. She wanted to understand what happens afterward—the stories of people living after surviving, and the impact of memory across generations.
Researching a novel: The Kirsten Lee travels with the Blood Moon
The fishing boat Kirsten Lee carries more than a fisherman out to sea. For Terry, it became part of the research behind Johnny and Sofie in “Either the Beginning or the End of the World.” Fisherman Mike Pawluk was her “technical expert on all things fishing,” sharing stories of boats, changing regulations, the Gulf of Maine, and a journey beneath a huge red supermoon.