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In "Define 'Normal'", Julie Anne Peters portrays the struggles of two seemingly opposite teens: a hardworking good student and a punk with a rebellious image. Misti and Jasmine's contrasting experiences challenge societal labels and perceptions of what it means to be "normal." Misti juggles family responsibilities while maintaining her grades, while Jasmine battles stereotypes and acceptance based on her appearance. Through their intertwined narratives, the book delves into the complexities of teenage identity, self-acceptance, and the pressure to conform.
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Define “Normal” By Julie Anne Peters
Antonia Dillon This is me, just a “normal” teenager. People tend to mislabel me as a priss or a goody-goody just because I make good grades, but I work very hard to make the grades I make. At home, I have to take care of my little brothers, Michael and Chuckie. I work very hard to keep up appearances so that people won’t actually know my struggles, which get harder everyday.
Jasmine “Jazz” Luther I am someone people would consider a loser, a freak, a punk, even a druggie. And would you guess why? Yep, because of my appearance: my purple hair, my black lipstick, the leather I wear, and my tattoo-even though it’s a ladybug! Anyhow, people tend to label me as nothing but bad based only on my looks. I swear, even my parents think I’m a freak!
Antonia’s Video Diary so…what is “normal”?