We'll admit it: An alien invader on the run from his own people doesn't seem like the best candidate for a BFF, but in The True Meaning of Smekday, that's what Tip is faced with when she meets J.Lo. Hey, if it worked for Woody and Buzz Lightyear, it can work for them. These unlikely pals learn what friendship is all about when they take an unforgettable journey together, and along the way it becomes crystal clear that friendship doesn't need to be with someone of your own race or species—friends come in all colors, shapes, and sizes. Especially blue.
Questions About Friendship
- Would you consider J.Lo a good friend? Why or why not? Is Tip a good friend?
- Sometimes Tip talks about her friends before she met J.Lo. How do they compare to her Boov buddy?
- Do you think J.Lo and Tip stay friends after the invasion, or were they just close because they went through a scary time together?
Chew on This
Try on an opinion or two, start a debate, or play the devil’s advocate.
In The True Meaning of Smekday, friendship is more important than family, gender, race, or politics.
J.Lo shows us that anyone can be a friend if they try hard enough.