Novel Wisdom: Whitney Wilda and Jennifer Stavreva talk books.
September 6, 2018 App Interview

In this recording, Jennifer Stavreva, a student, and Whitney Wilda an Illinois history teacher discuss the books that need to be read before a student graduates high school.

Lit Life: Marcos Lopez II and Angelique Lopez talk about the similarities between literary and real Hispanic families.

In this recording, a son and his mother discuss the familial lessons conveyed in Marquéz’s 100 Years’ of Solitude. Examining the parallels and differences between the Buendía and our families to distinguish between Marquéz’s depiction of family for literary purposes...

Lit Life: Evan Eldridge and Michael Leibrock discuss the play, "Oedipus Rex"

In this interview, stepfather and son discuss whether or not we can control our own destinies and what Sophocles meant in his play, "Oedipus Rex".

The Importance of Reading: Caroline and Amy Lyman discuss Amy’s reading life and most influential novels
September 14, 2018 App Interview

In this recording, student Caroline Lyman interviews her mother, an occupational therapist, Amy Lyman, and they discuss the Amy’s early love for reading, most influential novels, and the lessons learned from them. Interesting take on the importance of reading today...

Navdeep Natt and Jennifer Scherbauer talk about Dantes, Alexandre Dumas, Romanticism, and the French Revolution's influence on the book.

In this interview, Navdeep Natt and famuily friend Jennifer Scherbauer discuss the immense changes in Edmond Dantes, including his character and intelligence. They then discuss how Alexandre Dumas, his father, and Romantic ideals post French Revolution ultimately shaped the book...

HCHS student, Grace Kennedy, talks with her former science teacher, Melissa Zinnecker, about her reading life and book recommendations.

During this interview, Melissa Zinnecker explains how her reading life has changed from her childhood until now. Through her family influences, schooling, and career, Melissa has found reading as a very valuable thing in her life to maintain. Reading has...

Lit Life: Nick Pancione and Peter Pancione (Father) talk about the relevance of Beowulf in modern society.

In this interview, father and son discuss the clear evidence of certain aspects of human nature found in Beowulf, and their connection to the stories symbols.