Secrets
Poverty
Friendship
Awareness changes everything.
Empathy
Before Sofia saw Maddi's fridge, she never really thought about food. She never needed to worry about "having enough." However, after realizing Maddi's family didn't have enough, she started thinking of ways to share what she had. It didn't change how she felt about Maddi, but it changed the way she thought about herself.
Sofia was filled with compassion when she realized Maddi's family didn't have anough food to eat. She worked hard to find a way to help Maddi's family.
Sofia promised Maddi she wouldn't tell anyone about Maddi's empty fridge. She tried to keep her promise, but in the end, she decided the kindest thing to do was to ask her mom to help. She hoped that Maddi would not be angry.
Sofia is shocked to discover that her best friend doesn't have enough food. Maddi feels embarassed and doesn't want anyone to know. There is shame attached to the experience of poverty.
Maddi and Sofia loved spending time together. They encouraged each other to do their best. They trust each other and help each other.