1. On what page does Michael first discover Skellig in the garage? What details in the text suggest that Michael is both curious and cautious about this discovery? (Chapter 1, page ____)
2. How does Michael describe Skellig's appearance when he first sees him? How does the author use descriptive language to create a mysterious and otherworldly atmosphere? (Chapter 1, page ____)
3. What does Michael's dad find in the garage that causes him to worry? How does this event contribute to the overall tension and conflict in the story? (Chapter 2, page ____)
4. What does Michael's mom think about the new house they moved into? How does her perspective on the house reflect her character and her relationship with Michael? (Chapter 2, page ____)
5. What does Michael find in the garage that he thinks might help Skellig? How does this object symbolize Michael's compassion and desire to help others? (Chapter 3, page ____)
6. What does Michael's new friend Mina believe about birds? How does her belief system contrast with the conventional understanding of birds? (Chapter 3, page ____)
7. What does Michael's dad do for a living? How does his occupation influence his behavior and interactions with Michael and his family? (Chapter 4, page ____)
8. What does Michael's mom do for a living? How does her profession shape her character and her role within the family dynamic? (Chapter 4, page ____)
9. What does Michael's teacher, Mr. Stone, think about Skellig? How does Mr. Stone's opinion of Skellig challenge or reinforce the beliefs of other characters in the story? (Chapter 5, page ____)
10. How does Michael's baby sister's health improve after Skellig's presence in their lives? What does this suggest about the mysterious and healing qualities of Skellig? (Chapter 5, page ____)