The Weather
Mark looked out the window and felt sad. He saw dark clouds, and it was going to rain. He wanted to play outside, but the weather was too wet. So, he decided to build a fort under the table using pillows and blankets. He made it in his room and had fun imagining it was a castle. When the rain stopped, he was happy and ran outside. He jumped in the puddles and ran on the wet grass. Mark learned that rainy days can be fun because he can enjoy both inside and outside activities.
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Summarize the Story
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Answer from the Story
Why was Mark sad when he looked out the window?
What did Mark decide to build inside his house?
What did Mark do when the rain stopped?
Your Thoughts
Do you like rainy days or sunny days more? Why?
What do you usually do when you can’t go outside?
How do you choose what to do when the weather changes your plans?
What indoor activities make you happy?
What outdoor activities do you enjoy after the rain?
