Terrence clapped for each one.

Afterward he praised specific details rather than offering the empty congratulations adults often use when they have not listened.

He asked Mason about the bridge’s materials, Wyatt about the order of the planets, Delilah about her research, and Savannah about why the rabbit wore yellow boots.

On the way to the parking lot, Mason said, ‘You were paying attention.’

‘That’s why I came,’ Terrence answered.

‘Grandma Ruth comes too,’ Savannah said.