Look beyond our differences and honor our similarities.
Life Lessons from Darla – Discussion Questions
- What part of the book is the most meaningful to you? Why?
- What part of the book was the most interesting to you? Why?
- What are the most significant blessings in your life?
- What are the most important attributes of a best friend?
- What gives you joy?
- What do you fear in life?
- What is your opinion about emotional support animals?
- Have you seen the movie The Elephant Man? Did you like it? Why?
- Do you relate to a particular character in the book? In what way?
- With which parts of the book do you agree or disagree?
- What have you learned from the book?
- Did anything in the book make you want to learn more?
- Which lessons in the book were new to you or helpful?
- Was there anything in the book that surprised you?
- Have you had situations in your life that are similar to those in the book?
- Do you think having a challenge right now would make or break you?
- What might lead you to become more compassionate? More patient?
- What might keep you from helping strangers? Fear?
- What works of service do you perform for others?
- Were you ever teased or bullied? If so, how did this affect you?
- What do you think about having a grade school class with the opportunity to try crutches, a wheelchair, a blindfold, etc.?
- Do you know someone with a disability or difference? If so, how do you interact with this person?
- Are you afraid to talk with someone with an illness or disability? Why?
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- If you have a disability, are you nervous about going out or trying new things? Why?
- Have you seen or owned an animal with a difference? If so, how did others react to seeing the animal?
- Have you had a dear one pass away? If so, how did you handle the situation? How have you dealt with this after time has passed?
- In what way has this book changed your thoughts about death and dying?
- In what ways has this book changed your perspectives on life?
- What are you willing to do for a friend in need?
- Do you think that respect for others is expanding or declining now? Explain why you answered the way you did.
- What is your purpose in life?
- Are you able to ask for help or give help as needed? Why or why not?
- Do you spend most of your time thinking about the past, the present, or the future? Do you attempt to remain mindful of the present? How is this working for you?
- Is your focus on the physical aspects of a person or on a person’s personality/soul?
- How do you stay positive in difficult circumstances?
- Who do you appreciate and why?
- Have you had an illness or accident that caused you to become dependent on other people? If so, how did this make you feel?
- Is there a special person who inspires you? How and why?
- If you have seen the Grand Canyon in pictures or in person, what is your impression?
Thanks for reading! I’d love to hear your comments! mary@lookbeyondpublications.com
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Where to Buy:
Amazon Kindle at amazon.com
Your favorite bookstore can order it for you and please ask your librarian to order it! Available in print, large print, and ebook. Also available at your favorite audiobook site.