Vocabulary
What does the word “disabled” mean?
Having a physical or mental condition that limits movements, senses, or activities.
What gift did the boy receive?
A puppy.
Who is the main character in the story?
The boy.
What is the main lesson of the story?
The importance of acceptance and resilience, even in the face of challenges.
resilience: the ability to withstand and adjust to changes
How did the boy feel when he first received the puppy?
He felt disappointed or annoyed because the puppy had a disability.
What does “present” mean in this story?
A gift, something given to the boy (in this case, the puppy).
Why was the boy unhappy when he first saw the puppy?
The puppy was missing a leg.
How does the boy feel at the beginning of the film?
He seems uninterested and annoyed, absorbed in playing video games.
How does the puppy help the boy overcome his own challenges?
The puppy’s determination to play despite its disability inspires the boy to be more accepting of his own physical challenges and to engage with life.
How does the puppy feel when it plays with the ball?
The puppy feels excited and joyful, as it’s playing with full energy despite its missing leg.
Give a synonym for the word “gift.”
Present.
How did the puppy react when it played with the ball?
It was energetic and excited, despite having only three legs, and played joyfully with the ball.
Describe the puppy’s personality in one word.
Playful (or determined).
Why do you think the puppy didn’t give up when playing with the ball?
The puppy didn’t let its disability stop it from having fun, showing determination and a positive attitude.
What emotion did the boy show when the puppy didn’t give up playing?
The boy showed surprise and curiosity as he watched the puppy’s determination.
What does it mean to “overcome” a challenge?
To succeed in dealing with a difficult situation or obstacle.
What did the boy do after seeing the puppy's determination?
The boy was inspired by the puppy’s determination and got up from the couch, revealing that he also had a physical disability (he used crutches).
How does the boy’s attitude change by the end of the film?
He becomes happy and motivated after seeing the puppy’s resilience, and he decides to engage with the puppy.
What does the story teach us about accepting differences?
It shows that differences, whether physical or otherwise, should not limit one’s ability to live a full and happy life.
How did the boy’s feelings change by the end of the film?
The boy felt happy and inspired, motivated by the puppy’s resilience to get up and play outside with it.
What is another word for “adjustment,” as when the boy adjusted to his new puppy?
Adaptation.
How did the film end?
The boy smiled, took his crutches, and went outside to play with the puppy.
Why is the boy’s mother important to the story, even though she’s never shown?
She is the one who gives the boy the present, showing she cares about him, and her actions set the story in motion.
How does the film show the idea of resilience?
Both the puppy and the boy are physically disabled, but the puppy’s joyful resilience inspires the boy to be more positive and motivated to overcome his own challenges.
How do you think the puppy felt at the end of the film, when the boy finally accepted it?
The puppy likely felt excited and happy to have finally connected with the boy and to be able to play together.