This excerpt is from 'Bridge to Terabithia'
Explanation:
Miss Edmunds is the only person who encouraged Jess to explore his true nature and to escape the mindless conformity of Lark Creek Elementary, by nourishing his artistic talent. Sheassured him that he has a "neat kid."
The rest of the school seems dedicated exclusively to the health of the mind and Miss Edmunds provides some much-needed food for the soul. Jess is deeply infatuated with Miss Edmunds.
Miss Edmunds is a symbol of the beauty and freedom that are possible in the world, and Jess is entranced by the idea and the emotions she stirs in him.
