Summary of Klara and the Sun: A Novel by Kazuo Ishiguro : Discussion Prompts

By Sarah Fields

Winner of the Booker Prize for The Remains of the Day in 1989 and Nobel Prize in Literature in 2017, Kazuo Ishiguro released his eighth novel titled Klara and the Sun on March 2, 2021. 
The book is set in a dystopian future in America where prospects for happiness seem bleak. The book is narrated by an Artificial Friend or AF named Klara who has been designed to serve as a companion to lonely children. The story shows how Klara perceives the world and tries to be there for little Josie through thick and thin. The perceived difference between the thinking of a robot and a human is captured beautifully by the author in this tale of innocence and awakening.

In this comprehensive look into Klara and the Sun: A Novel by Kazuo Ishiguro, you'll gain insight with this essential resource as a guide to aid your discussions. Be prepared to lead with the following:

• Discussion aid which includes a wealth of prompts and information
• Overall plot synopsis and author biography
• Thought-provoking discussion questions for a deeper examination
• Creative exercises to foster alternate “if this was you” discussions

And more! 
 
Disclaimer: This is an unofficial companion guide based on Klara and the Sun: A Novel by Kazuo Ishiguro and is not affiliated to the original work or author in any way. It does not contain any text of the original work. If you haven’t purchased the original work, we encourage you to do so first.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Sarah Fields
• Release date: Jun 14, 2021
• ISBN: 9791220816007

Book preview

Foreword

Have you ever wanted to improve your understanding of Klara and the Sun? Or perhaps you are simply struggling to learn the subject matter?

It’s a simple teaching technique that helps students learn and readers to grow. With versatile discussion questions for each major criteria regarding Klara and the Sun, these discussion prompts are designed to help surface crucial discussions that are capable to assist toward thinking and learning on a deeper level.

Discussion prompts have a positive effect on learning. From simple quizzes to critical thinking, participation in discussions can have significantly higher learning when used first. It’s a simple technique that goes a long way.

Gain the Help You Need As You:

●  Analyze with over 60 + prompts

●  Reflect on how the book has made an impact

●  Relate to the author and the book’s message

●  Question prompts to make the discussion uniquely yours

Tips on Using Discussion Prompts:

●  Readers and students are recommended to write 100-word responses to the prompts. Written answers could be shared in small group discussions.

●  Each question can be allotted five minutes to write answers as a way of reviewing notes before shared in small group discussions.

●  Use the questions as a template to provide peer feedback and think of your own questions to develop during the discussions to spur creative thinking

Whether you’re an avid learner set out to reach the best for yourself, or a student struggling to learn the subject matter, these discussion prompts can get you to actively respond as you question, analyze, relate, and reflect.

Sarah Fields

Table of Contents

Foreword

Chapter One: Introducing Klara and the Sun

Chapter Two: Analysis & Review of Klara and the Sun

Chapter Three: Let’s Meet Kazuo Ishiguro

Chapter Four: