by Emma Davis | Feb 16, 2026
Ask students to look closely at facial expressions and body language in the illustrations. Discuss how pictures help show feelings even when words are few.
by Emma Davis | Feb 16, 2026
Pause after selected pages and ask students what the child on that page is saying about friendship. Encourage students to restate ideas in their own words.
by Emma Davis | Feb 16, 2026
Prologue Why is this night in the backyard different from other nights Leo and Ralph have spent together? What do we learn about Leo’s feelings from the way he talks about moving? Why do you think Leo throws the telescope away? What does the backward goodbye show...
by Emma Davis | Feb 16, 2026
Ask students to listen for messages about belonging, imagination and change. Record emerging themes on chart paper as the story progresses.
by Emma Davis | Feb 16, 2026
Invite students to connect Leo’s experiences to their own lives or to situations they have observed. Emphasize respect and optional sharing.
