About This Book
Patricia MacLachlan's 'Edward's Eyes' is a tender and lyrical chapter book exploring the profound impact of a child's death on his close-knit family, particularly through the eyes of his younger brother, Jake. The story beautifully portrays the family's life filled with art, music, and baseball, highlighting Edward's unique spirit and his knack for a perfect knuckleball. When Edward dies suddenly, the family chooses to donate his organs, a decision that allows his 'wonderful eyes' to give sight to another. The narrative gently navigates themes of grief, memory, and the idea that love and gifts can live on, offering a poignant yet hopeful perspective on loss and the enduring bonds of family.
Edward is one of a large and close family that loves baseball, music, books, and each other, and when he unexpectedly dies and his parents donate his organs, his wonderful eyes go to a perfect recipient.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How does Jake remember Edward after he is gone? What are some ways we can remember people we love?
2
The book talks about Edward's eyes being a gift. What does 'organ donation' mean, and why do you think Edward's family chose to do this?
3
How does Jake and his family show their love for each other, even when they are sad?
4
What does it mean for someone's 'gifts to live on and grow'?
5
What are some of your favorite memories with your own family or siblings?
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