Character Deep Dive
Who is Baymax, and what was his original purpose?
Baymax is a personal healthcare companion created by Tadashi to help people with medical needs.
What career field is Hiro most interested in, and how does he show his talent in that area?
Hiro is interested in robotics and engineering. He designs microbots and builds tech prototypes.
What lesson does Hiro learn about revenge?
Hiro learns that revenge leads to more pain and that helping others honors Tadashi’s memory.
How does Hiro show he is grieving after Tadashi’s death? What emotions can you identify?
Hiro isolates himself, becomes angry, and lashes out—he shows sadness, anger, and confusion.
What are microbots, and how do they work?
Microbots are small, magnetic robots controlled by a neural transmitter to form structures.
What trait made Tadashi a good role model for Hiro?
Tadashi is kind, selfless, and always encourages Hiro to use his talents for good.
Tadashi was a student at the San Fransokyo Institute of Technology. What kind of careers might someone from this school pursue?
Careers include biomedical engineering, robotics, software development, chemistry, and research science.
How does the team show that science can be used for good or evil?
The microbots show how powerful technology can be used either to build or destroy.
Why is it important that Hiro has friends like GoGo, Wasabi, Honey Lemon, and Fred? How do they help him emotionally?
His friends support him, encourage him, and help him stay connected instead of shutting down.
How did Hiro impress the robotics institute judges during his presentation?
Hiro shows how his microbots can build and move in real time, impressing the judges.
How does GoGo’s personality influence the group’s dynamic?
--GoGo is tough, no-nonsense, and action-oriented—she pushes the team to act decisively.
Choose one team member and describe how their superhero abilities reflect a real-world STEM career.
Example: Wasabi uses lasers like a precision engineer or physicist; Honey Lemon uses chemistry like a chemical engineer or lab scientist.
Why is the idea of “healing” so central to the story—both physically and emotionally?
Healing is a theme because Hiro needs to emotionally recover, and Baymax is designed to heal physically.
How does Baymax demonstrate empathy toward Hiro throughout the movie? Give an example.
Baymax scans Hiro’s emotional levels, offers comfort, shows concern, and even plays videos of Tadashi to help him heal.
Describe one piece of tech each teammate uses and what it’s based on.
Examples: Wasabi uses laser plasma blades (precision cutting); GoGo uses electromagnetic wheels (speed); etc.
What does Honey Lemon contribute to the team that makes her unique?
Honey Lemon is bubbly and optimistic, but also a chemistry genius who uses science creatively.
How does Hiro’s robotics project demonstrate skills employers look for in tech-related jobs?
Hiro shows creativity, problem-solving, technical skills, innovation, and presentation abilities—all key for STEM careers.
How does the team’s friendship help Hiro move on from his grief?
The team supports Hiro, reminding him he’s not alone and helping him move forward.
Describe a moment when Hiro makes a poor decision out of strong emotion. How does he later repair it?
When Hiro removes Baymax’s healthcare chip, he acts out of rage—but he later apologizes and restores it, realizing his mistake.
What was Baymax’s upgrade, and how did it change his abilities?
Baymax is upgraded with armor and flight; this allows him to fight and travel quickly.
How does Callaghan hide his true identity, and why is it effective?
Callaghan fakes his death in the lab fire and wears a mask while controlling microbots, hiding his identity.
If you were to design your own Baymax, what career would that support (e.g., healthcare, emergency response), and what features would it need?
Answers will vary. Example: A healthcare version of Baymax might monitor vitals, offer first aid, and provide emotional support—ideal for nursing or emergency medicine.
What message does the movie send about using your talents responsibly?
The movie teaches that smart people should use their inventions to help, not harm.
What does the movie teach us about processing loss and moving forward in a healthy way?
The film teaches that grief takes time, but support, purpose, and connection can help you heal in a positive way.
How do science and creativity come together in the design of the Big Hero 6 suits?
The team uses scientific principles (chemistry, robotics, magnetics) and adds superhero flair to create powerful suits.