'A First Time for Everything' by Dan Santat

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How does Dan's personality and confidence change throughout his European trip? What specific experiences contribute to these changes?

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What are some of the cultural challenges Dan faces in Europe? How does he handle being in unfamiliar environments?

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Describe Dan's relationship with his classmates at the beginning of the trip versus the end. What causes these relationships to evolve?

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How does Dan's crush on Erin affect his actions and decisions throughout the trip? What does he learn from this experience?

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What role do Dan's insecurities play in the story? How does he work to overcome them?

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How does Dan's identity as an Asian-American influence his experiences during the trip?

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How does Santat use different artistic styles to convey emotions and feelings throughout the book? Can you provide specific examples?

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Why do you think the author chose to tell this story as a graphic memoir? How does the visual format enhance the storytelling?

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What does the story suggest about stepping out of your comfort zone? How does travel help Dan grow as a person?

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How does the historical setting (1989) impact the story? What significant historical events occur during Dan's trip?

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