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Reading Response: Week of December 5

Characters!

My favorite character of all time comes from my favorite book, Stone Fox. To me, Little Willy is a dynamic character. He is diligent in earning money to save his grandfather's farm. He is nurturing towards his sick grandfather. He is kind and respectful to his competitor, Stone Fox.

A strong character and story can teach a lesson that you can apply to your own life. After I read Stone Fox, I tried to be a little more like Little Willy in my own life. If I have a problem and am facing obstacles, I try not to give up. If I am in a challenge or race, I treat the others in the competition with respect. A character like Little Willy taught me how important those things are in life.

For this week's reading response, I'd like you to think about characters.

Answer the following questions.

1. Of all the stories you have read, name a character that has really inspired you. What story did the character come from?

2. What did that character do in the story to inspire you?

3. What lesson did you learn from this character? How have you used this in your own life?