Book+the+First

__Ch. 4__
====Unlike his brothers and sisters, Despereaux is able to find the beauty in books and music. How would your life be different if you couldn't read or listen to music? What do you think life would be like without them?====

__Ch. 8__
====Imagine you are Lester at the moment the Mouse Council votes to banish Despereaux to the dungeon. What, if anything, would you say to convince the council not to send Despereaux away? Why do you think Lester remained silent?====

__Ch. 13__
====It is Desperaux's family that allows him to be led to the dungeon based on the decision of the council. What would you do if you were in the same situation? Would you turn your back on a family member who was different or unusual in some way? Why or why not? How would you respond if your family turned its back on you?====