About This Book
In this heartwarming graphic novel from the popular Branches series, Eva the owl experiences a common childhood hurdle: a minor injury. When she hurts her wing, she must visit the hospital and wear a sling, which makes her usual diary writing impossible. The story gently explores themes of coping with physical limitations, the initial anxieties of a hospital visit, and the power of friendship and family support. Eva meets a new friend, Rocco, who also has an injury, and her existing friends find creative ways to help her continue her diary entries. It's a comforting read for children aged 6-9, particularly those who might be facing a similar situation or simply enjoy stories about resilience and community.
When Eva hurts her wing, she visits the hospital and meets a new friend, Rocco, who has a broken leg--but wearing a sling for a week prevents her from writing in her diary, and she turns to her friends and family in order to keep it up to date.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How did Eva feel when she first hurt her wing? Have you ever hurt yourself and felt scared or sad?
2
What did Eva's friends do to help her when she couldn't write in her diary? How can you help a friend who is having a hard time?
3
Eva met a new friend, Rocco, at the hospital. What did they have in common? How did meeting Rocco make Eva feel?
4
Why do you think it was important for Eva to keep her diary up to date, even with a hurt wing?
5
What are some things you can do to be brave when you're feeling a little scared, like Eva might have felt at the hospital?
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