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This is the moment Charlotte finishes her last word. HUMBLE is woven neatly in the center of her web, but in the dark nobody sees it. Copying these three short sentences shows how the quietest, most humble work can be the most important, even when no one notices.
The word HUMBLE was woven neatly in the center. Nobody noticed it in the darkness. Everyone was tired and happy.
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Discussion Questions
Narration Prompt
Tell what happens in this chapter in order, from the cool evening when Templeton goes exploring to the moment Wilbur falls asleep. When you reach the part where Charlotte weaves the word 'Humble,' slow down and tell what that word means and why it fits Wilbur.
Discussion Questions
- Charlotte says 'humble' can mean 'not proud' and 'close to the ground.' Which meaning helps you understand Wilbur best in this chapter, or do both matter together? What part of the story helps you decide?
- When Charlotte sends Templeton for a word, she says she will be writing 'for the last time,' and later she is too tired even to sing. Why might Charlotte be so tired tonight, even though she keeps doing her work? Use the details of what Charlotte says and does to explain what you think.
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Vocabulary
Item 1
Not proud, and close to the ground; the last word Charlotte spins for Wilbur.
Item 2
The good, easy feeling when something hard is over; the cool evening is a welcome relief after the hot day.
Item 3
Disappeared suddenly and completely; Templeton vanished into the shadows of the evening.
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