Thursday, December 29, 2016

A Wind in the Door


If you were the Blajney the teacher, and you could choose the test for Meg and Progonoskis, what would it be?

Julia (9): "I would have them learn the names of the people who have been X-ed. It would help them prepare for the other tests they'd be given."

Gabe (7): "I would make them go back to their dimension then go all the way back."

What do you think it would feel like to hold a brand new star in your hands? 

Julia: "I think it would be amazing to know there are more special starts in the universe than grains of sand in the world."

Gabe: "Hot."

What would you like about being able to kythe? 

Julia: "I think it would be awesome and I'd kythe a bunch of emojis to Eli!"

Gabe: "I could say hi to my friends at school and Mrs. Jones even though she's not my teacher anymore."


Mom's Notes: There's a lot to discover and digest in this story, and while it might have been a bit over their heads, the kids were all ears. They are now well acquainted with mitochondrion! They were quick to pick up on lots of the symbolism - which led to insightful discussions.