Heart Journey Pre-Reading Organizer
Pre-Reading The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
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The Heart Journey
Part 1
Anticipation Guide: Explore big ideas about love, loss, and changing who you are.
Big Ideas Before Reading
Circle your opinion, then write 1 sentence explaining your reasons.
1. "It is safer to keep your heart closed than risk feeling hurt, sad, or broken."
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Why I think this:
2. "A person who is self-centered can only change after facing a difficult hardship or loss."
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Why I think this:
3. "A quiet toy or everyday object can mean the entire world to the person who loves it."
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Why I think this:
Theme Focus: Vulnerability, Empathy & Change
Turn to Page 2 for Part 2: What Matters Most & Predictions →
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What Matters Most & Predictions
Part 2: The Heart Compass & Story Forecast
Before Chapter 1
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The Heart Compass: Rank What Matters
Rank from 1 (Most Important) to 4 (Least Important)
Looking fancy and admired by everyone
Owning expensive clothes and fine treasures
Having someone who loves you with all their heart
Learning to care when someone else is hurting
My #1 Most Important choice was #1 because:
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Making Predictions: Edward's Voyage
Character & Plot Prediction
Story Clue: Edward Tulane is a china rabbit who starts his journey caring only about his silk suits and handsome reflection. Soon, he will be lost and sent on a dangerous, miraculous journey.
What do you predict will happen to Edward? How might his heart change?
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Draw Your Prediction
Sketch a scene or symbol
Sketch Edward on his journey, his fancy clothes, or a symbol of what will open his heart:
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Ready for Chapter 1: The House on Egypt Street
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