In the story, Miss Nelson the teacher has trouble controlling her classroom. The question sets encourage children to explore: what is respect and who deserves respect? What is fear and what are we afraid of? What is it to have power and do people need power? And is it okay to deceive others? Miss Nelson is Missing discusses many philosophical themes, which include identity, respect, fear, power, and deception. Read aloud video by Dramatic StoryTime Theater Guidelines for Philosophical Discussion She’s not able to convince the students to be better, but maybe a substitute teacher–Viola Swamp–can teach them to behave. Her students run around the room and throw spitballs. Miss Nelson’s classroom is out of control. Questions for Philosophical Discussion » Summary Miss Nelson is Missing! discusses many philosophical subjects, including identity, respect, fear, power, and deception.
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