Rick

Why is it difficult for Rick to end his friendship with Jeff? If you were in Rick’s position, what would you do, and why?

Melissa and Kelly have a close friendship, but Melissa points out that it is not a best friend’s job to protect the other. Do you agree with this statement? Discuss.

There are various LGBTQIAP+ identities represented and explored in this book, but some seem more easily accepted than others. Select a character with a less commonly understood or accepted identity and analyze the challenges this character faces. Where could this character find support?