Exploring Chapter 25 of Touching Spirit Bear

Cole suggests that Peter should visit the island to heal, but Edwin is skeptical. After much discussion, Edwin returns with Peter and his family. Cole shares his story of transformation and healing on the island, hoping to help Peter heal as well. Despite initial resistance, Cole's sincerity and growth are evident, and he expresses a desire to help Peter heal from past trauma.

Why does Cole believe Peter should come to the island?

• To confront his fears

• To experience the same healing process

• To help build a new cabin

• To learn survival skills

What is Edwin's initial reaction to Cole's suggestion about Peter?

• He is indifferent

• He is supportive

• He is skeptical

• He is angry

What does Cole say he is tired of?

• Carving the totem

• Proving himself to Edwin and the world

• Soaking in the pond

• Living on the island

What does Edwin ask Cole before leaving?

• If he would stay longer to help Peter

• If he has seen the spirit bear

• If he wants to leave the island

• If he needs more supplies

Who arrives with Edwin on the fishing trawler?

• Garvey and Edwin's family

• Peter and his friends

• Garvey and Cole's parents

• Garvey and Peter's parents

How does Peter react when he first arrives on the island?

• He is excited

• He is fearful and hesitant

• He is indifferent

• He is angry

What does Cole show the group first?

• The spirit bear

• The site of the first cabin

• The totem

• The pond

What lesson does Cole say he learned from the dance of anger?

• How to carve a totem

• How to survive in the wild

• How to forgive himself and others

• How to build a cabin

Why does Cole say he hasn't carved anything in the blank spot on the totem?

• He doesn't know what to carve

• He ran out of tools

• He needs to help Peter heal first

• He is waiting for Edwin's approval

What is Peter's reaction to Cole's offer to help him heal?

• He accepts it

• He rejects it

• He is indifferent

• He is confused