How does Teo feel about his life and himself at the beginning of the book? What events and characters help him change? How does his character grow?ġ0. What are some other themes you noticed in the book? Choose one and explain how it is revealed through character, plot, and/or events.ĩ.

What role do curses and fortunes play in the story? How do they affect the actions of the characters? Do you believe in curses and fortunes? Use examples from the text or personal experience or knowledge to support your belief.Ĩ. Whosaves whom throughout the story, and how? Is there any character who couldn’t be saved? If so, what are your thoughts on why he/she couldn’t be saved?ħ. Another theme in the book is the idea saving another creature or human. One theme in the book is Esma’s claim, “Nothing is impossible.” How do Esma’s actions reflect her philosophy? At what moments does she doubt this philosophy? How do Teo and his grandson Mateo take action to support her philosophy?Ħ. And then the other.” Infer the significance of this, and how Teo feels about Esma now. 191, Teo narrates, “I reached out and tugged her braid.

166, Grandfather says, “You and I know my true fortune, Mistress.” Infer what is meant by this, using evidence from the text. Does Esma’s grandmother want Teo and Esma’s fortune to come true? Find evidence in the text to support your opinion.ģ. 195, Esma says, “Give yourself a fortune and make it come true.” Use evidence from the text and examples from your personal experience to support Esma’s advice.Ģ. The lightning queen readers' guide based on core curriculumĮducators’ Guide (Common Core Standards for 6th grade)ġ.

The Lightning Queen by Laura Resau