We finished reading the chapter in "The outsiders," and Cam and I discussed positive and negative stereotypes when comparing the difference between the greasers and the Socs, the two rival gangs in the novel. Cam was encouraged to make person-to-text connections and apply the concept of stereotypes in his own life. We also examined the difference between wealth and poverty and the theme of societal conflict that seems to be emerging between the two gangs as the plot develops. Cam participated in guided reading and we ended the session examining some of the vocabulary used in 60's slang in South central America (Oklahoma) where the novel takes place.