by Emma Davis | Feb 17, 2026
Students record the questions Theo asks and compare them with their own unanswered questions.
by Emma Davis | Feb 17, 2026
Students track recurring symbols such as sunflowers, doves, stones, and seeds recording their meaning and evolution.
by Emma Davis | Feb 17, 2026
Students maintain an emotion chart tracking Theo’s feelings. For each entry, students identify a specific event and explain how it impacts Theo emotionally.
by Emma Davis | Feb 17, 2026
The class establishes norms for respectful discussion of sensitive topics, including listening without judgment and the option to pass.
by Emma Davis | Feb 17, 2026
Students brainstorm difficult questions they have about the world and discuss how it feels when adults do not have clear answers. This prepares students for Theo’s questioning throughout the story.
