Ellie's Star of David Necklace
This symbolizes spirituality, religion, the connection of one to his or her past, an understanding of suffering, as well as peace.
Miah's Pocketknife
This symbolizes hope of love and affection, and connection to one's past. One of the characters carries this object with him in hopes that the promises that came with it will one day be fulfilled.
Peter
This character symbolizes white privilege and a lack of racial and socioeconomic awareness.
Nelia
This character symbolizes the possibility for love outside traditional social boundaries and expectations, as well as positive change among various ethnic groups.
The Rain
This symbolizes the narrow-minded who judge those who are different than themselves. Although it may at times be unwelcome, it comes yet always passes.
The Snickers Bar
This symbolizes mutual understanding and caring. The sharing of this object instantly connects two of the characters.
Miah's Basketball
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