
This is a group reflection on The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon, written collaboratively by Berta, Enri, Eulàlia, and Paco. It focuses on Christopher, a 15-year-old boy with Asperger Syndrome, his feelings, his honesty, and the importance of trust in his life, while also including our own reflections.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time tells the story of Christopher, who investigates the murder of his neighbour’s dog, Wellington. Beyond the mystery, the story shows Christopher’s unique perspective on the world, his emotions, and the ways he understands honesty and trust—with himself and with others. At first, it may seem that Christopher does not have emotions, but as the story progresses, we discover that he does, although he has great difficulty expressing and understanding them. His honesty is pure and unfiltered: he cannot lie, and this makes it hard for him to understand lies told by others. At the same time, his honesty can be very direct, even harsh, but never with bad intentions. Unlike people who grow up learning to adapt honesty as a social value, for Christopher, honesty is a natural part of life.
Trust is equally important for him. Feeling safe, following routines, and being able to rely on his father are essential for facing everyday life. His experience shows that trust is a key structure: it allows us to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and know there are people we can rely on, even though betrayal is always a risk. Christopher is also sensitive: he loves animals, values justice, and cares about the world around him. These pure emotions, strong in childhood, often fade with age, but in him, they shine brightly. His intelligence, skills in mathematics, astronomy, and computer games, together with his honesty and sensitivity, remind us that life’s difficulties do not prevent greatness of mind or character. The story teaches that honesty and trust are fundamental values but can also be complicated in society. Being honest can sometimes be seen as weak, arrogant, or risky, depending on the circumstances. Still, it is better to be honest with ourselves and with others because the truth, even when difficult, builds relationships and helps us understand life and other people’s feelings.
While investigating the dog’s murder, Christopher discovers lies that affect his own family and experiences adventures that help him better understand the world and the people around him. Through his experiences, we learn that trust and honesty are key to human relationships, that emotions can be hard to express but are always present, and that sensitivity and intellect can coexist even when facing great challenges.
This book is also very good for English learners, as the language is clear, direct, and modern. But the most valuable lesson is human: it reminds us that, despite difficulties and differences, honesty, trust, and sensitivity are values that help us understand the world and grow as people.

Collaborators: Berta, Enri, Eulàlia and Paco EOI La Seu d’Urgell – B2.1














Amb motiu del Dia Internacional de l’Eliminació de la Violència contra la Dona, la biblioteca de l’escola posa a disposició de tota la comunitat una selecció especial de llibres en francès i anglès que conviden a la reflexió (
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