I also loved how the author used sound effects and language that middle schoolers use. This story was extremely enticing and hilarious! I loved the graphics and "comic book" feel this story has. Other issues that Raina has to overcome throughout the story would be: zits, crushes on boys, friends that bully her, insecurities, and even an earthquake! Smile (Smile, 1) 4.24 avg rating 257,057 ratings published 2009 75 editions. Average rating: 4.26 855,080 ratings 42,367 reviews 87 distinct works Similar authors. And finally, the resolution would be when Raina gets her final surgery and is finally able to smile with confidence again. Combine EditionsRaina Telgemeier’s books. The climax would be when Raina enters high school and meets new friends. The rising action would be when Raina has to wear braces, headgear, and undergo other treatments. The inciting incident would be when Raina knocks out her two front teeth. The main issue that is touched upon the entire story however, is Raina's dental troubles. Since this story is the true memoir of Raina, it describes the bumpy road to adolescents rather than just one trial to overcome. This story touches on many middle-school related topics such as family, boys, transitioning from a child to a teenager, earthquakes, and bullying.Īlthough this story doesn't follow the typical "rising action, climax, resolution" format there are many highs and lows that take place throughout the entire story. Sixth grade is tough enough, but now that Raina has two missing front teeth, it becomes even harder. This begins the long journey Raina endures to fix her mouth and many other pubescent challenges along the way. Through her exploration of adolescence, self-consciousness, romance, and the horrors of dental work, Telgemeier sends an uplifting message: that you can achieve confidence by focusing less on your appearance. While racing home with her friends one day after Girl Scouts, Raina trips and knocks out her front two teeth. This is what happened to comic artist Raina Telgemeier, who recounts her middle school years in her autobiographical graphic novel, Smile. The story starts off when Raina is 11-years old, in the 6th grade and takes us on a four year journey. Smile by Raina Telgemeier is the true autobiography of Raina.
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