People and Relationships
Who suggests talking about “just one feeling” first (Dad or Dr. Gilmore)?
Dad
What restaurant do they visit for dinner?
Arcelia’s
What embarrassing mishap makes Elliott cry at the restaurant?
He coughs on a chip and spills his drinks and food
What habit does Dad warn will “ruin your tooth enamel”?
Biting ice
Elliott, Dad, and Kate laughing over pizza shows growth in what family area?
Adjusting to their new family and baby coming
Which family name does Elliott fear the baby will share as a middle name?
Quigley (Elliott's and Dad's)
What does Elliott order at Arcelia’s?
Albondigas (soup)
What phrase from Dad never actually calms anyone down?
“Calm down”
What product do Elliott and Maribel plan to sell for their Avery Local project?
Gluten-free pies
Maribel’s binder and spreadsheets best represent which trait?
Organization and preparedness
Who arrives to dinner at Arcelia’s with Elliott and Dad?
Kate (Dad’s wife)
What downtown spot do Dad and Elliott walk to after dinner?
The City River (fountains and pathways)
What metaphor does Elliott use for his overwhelming feelings and crying?
The “Tear Tank”
Why does Elliott get mad at Dad during the movie talk?
Dad changes his opinion and says the movie wasn’t great in front of Kate.
Elliott’s rock-hard crust vs. Maribel’s great filling teaches what lesson about skill?
Recipes and practice matter—confidence alone isn’t enough
Which old friend’s mom helped Elliott learn to cook?
Malcolm (his best friend who moved away)
What detail about the restaurant’s drinks does Elliott love to chomp?
Tiny ice cubes
Which single feeling does Elliott finally admit to Dad at the City River?
He’s scared about the baby
What precautions does everyone take for Maribel before baking at Elliott’s house (give atleast 2)?
Clean gluten-free surfaces, new supplies and no cross-contamination
Dad’s promise of “no advice and no follow-ups” models what kind of listening?
Supportive and empathetic listening
Who leaves Elliott’s house upset after the pie-making argument?
Maribel
What statues do Elliott and his dad see outside the store, where kids are swinging on the antennae?
Crickets (team mascot statues)
What two coping techniques (from Dr. Gilmore) help Elliott manage his emotions?
Deep breathing and positive self-talk
What comment from Elliott hurts Maribel and causes her to leave?
Blaming gluten-free (“some things aren’t meant to be gluten-free”) and saying “no offense”
What mistake does Elliott make when he says “no offense” to Maribel?
He blames Maribel instead of taking responsibility, which shows he still needs to learn how to think before speaking.