Noticing how the Lorax shows his feelings without using words.
Exploring how the animals respond when they see someone they care about is upset.
Thinking about different ways people show they are sad or that something matters to them.
Considering what it means to sit with someone when they are going through something hard.
Noticing how simply being together with others can be a form of support, even without saying anything.
Exploring how we recognise emotions in others, including through body language, facial expressions, and actions.
A Truffula Tree has just been chopped down in the forest. The Lorax appears looking sad and quietly places stones in a circle around the tree stump. The forest animals watch the Lorax and then join in, each bringing a stone to add to the circle. The moment is silent and still, with no words spoken as the animals gather together around the stump. The Lorax then notices the Once-ler and goes to confront him about what has happened.
• How could you tell the Lorax was feeling sad in this scene?
• What did the animals do when they noticed the Lorax was upset?
• What do you think the animals were trying to show the Lorax by placing the stones alongside his?
• What have you said or done when someone you know was feeling sad?
• What are some ways people show care for others?
• Can you think of a time when someone helped you feel better with or without speaking?
The questions within this guide are designed to open dialogue and facilitate discussion around the relevant topics. It is up to the user to adapt as needed to best suit the person they are supporting. A neuroaffirming approach was central to the design of these resources and remains essential to their application. This means recognising and respecting the diverse ways people think, communicate, and experience the world, ensuring all conversations are led with curiosity, respect, and without judgement. These resources are a starting point. Trust your knowledge of the person you are supporting to shape the conversation from there.
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