Until Angels Close My Eyes (Angels Trilogy)
#3 of 3 in Angel Eyes Trilogy Series
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What’s inside...
Be sure to read this summer's highly anticipated companion to Angels Watching Over Me and Lifted Up by Angels: Until Angels Close My Eyes. When Neil, Leah's warm and loving step-father, reveals that his cancer is no longer in remission, Leah finds comfort in a visit to Amish country to see her true love, Ethan. When Ethan chooses to leave his life on the farm, he moves in with Leah and her family. However, once Ethan arrives, they realize that his Amish values are quite different from those of Leah's complex English world. Will their love help, or hurt, Leah as she faces the complex hurdles that await her?
Character compass
Leah Lewis-Hall
Rebekah Longacre
Ethan Longacre
Discussion points
How do you think Leah felt when she learned about her mother's illness, and what would you do in a similar situation?
What does the relationship between Leah and Ethan teach us about compassion and understanding?
Can you think of a time when you helped a friend in need? How did that make you feel?
Why is it important to have supportive people around us during difficult times?
How do the characters in the book demonstrate resilience, and what does that tell us about dealing with challenges?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by sharing your own thoughts on the book’s themes, especially dealing with illness and support, to open up a trusted space for your child to express.
Use pauses after each question to give your child sufficient time to think and respond, showing that their thoughts and opinions are valued.
Relate discussions to real-life situations to help your child connect with the emotional aspects of the book.
Encourage your child to think about what they might do differently from the characters, fostering critical thinking.
Wrap up the conversation by asking your child how they think the book could have ended differently, which encourages creative thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Compassion and empathy
Explanation: The protagonist’s relationship with her ill stepfather teaches her to understand and share the feelings of another, showcasing her growth in emotional intelligence.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of understanding others’ feelings and situations, which can encourage them to be more considerate and supportive friends and family members.
Example Lesson: Resilience in facing life’s challenges
Explanation: As the protagonist navigates her stepfather's illness and other personal obstacles, she demonstrates strength and resilience, proving that perseverance is key in tough times.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to persist through their own challenges, whether it’s difficulties in school, at home, or with friends.
Example Lesson: Importance of family and relationships
Explanation: Throughout the book, the protagonist's deep connections with her family members are highlighted, showing the unconditional support and love that family provides.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to value and nurture their relationships with family and friends, understanding the pivotal role these bonds play in personal happiness and support.
Example Lesson: Coping with loss and grief
Explanation: The book deals with themes of loss and grief in a sensitive and realistic manner, helping young readers understand these complex emotions.
Real-World Application: Children can learn strategies for dealing with loss and grief, helping them cope with similar emotions in their real lives.