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About This Passage
This sentence shows young writers how a great story can make people want to hurry. The Littles rush through dinner so they don't miss Mrs. Newcomb's story — that's how good stories feel. Good writers pay attention to what stories DO to the people who hear them.
The Littles became interested in the story. They would rush through their dinner so they wouldn't miss anything.
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Narration Prompt
Tell the story of this chapter. Stop at the moment the Littles are listening to Mrs. Newcomb's story through the wall. Why do they care so much?
Discussion Questions
- The Littles are listening to Mrs. Newcomb's story through a hole in the wall. Is this a nice thing (enjoying a story) or is it nosy (listening to someone without permission)? What in the story makes you think so?
- RETRIEVAL: In Chapter 4 the Littles were worried and grumpy. In Chapter 5 they are excited and interested. What changed? What does this tell you about the power of a good story?
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