Leo

At the end of the movie, Ms. Malkin wins Teacher of the Year and takes Leo and Squirtle to her new classroom, but their future there is uncertain. Although they are moving to a new grade, the environment appears more chaotic and potentially dangerous, with the younger children being rougher and less responsible. This raises concerns that Leo and Squirtle, who are used to the more mature 5th graders, might be at greater risk in this new setting. While the ending suggests they will be looked after by Ms. Malkin, her multiple shifting motivations throughout the story cast doubt on her consistency. Overall, the closing scenes leave us with a sense that, ideally, Leo and Squirtle should aim to be in an older, more stable classroom to truly be safe and thrive, rather than in the unpredictable chaos of the younger children’s class they’ve just moved into. The story emphasizes how the characters’ desires for recognition and change might not always lead to the safest or best outcomes, but it also hints at their hope for a better future, even if it’s uncertain.

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 08:44