Discussion Guide:

1. 1. Who do you think Marley was?
      Caregiver Note: The movie starts off with the opening line of the story stating Marley is dead. No other context is given, and you see Ebenezer in the undertaker’s quarters with a dead man. It is early to be asking questions, but this scene plays an important role in the story in about 30 minutes. This question may highlight the importance to a younger viewer.

   2. Why do you think Ebenezer is so mean or crass with everyone?
      Caregiver Note: Ebenezer is not a nice man. There is a lot of pain and anger behind his eyes that is portrayed beautifully by Jim Carey even in animation. Younger viewers may not pick up on all the mean quips, but these do come back to…

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About the Author: Steve Madole

I am an adoptive dad of three boys living near Grand Rapids, MI with my wife, our cats and dog. We also fostered many other children in the last 5 years! I have done many trainings with the Dr. Karen Purvis Institute and try to keep up on different trauma training’s monthly. My whole family nerds out on comic books, video games, movies and regular books! We often read a lot of the same comics and books which can lead to some awesome conversations!

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