"The following story written by a grade 2/3 student in October demonstrates an understanding of engagement, richness of word pictures, emotions and feelings."

The Quilt Made of Gold By Allison

One summer morning the sun looked strong on a little house in the prairie. They have no neighbors and they were not rich but their home and family made them happy. Lory was the mom and Suzy was the baby. Nell was the oldest. Their dad had died when Nell was 3 years old. They have friends and family in the town. "Mom, when will we get to see grandma and grandpa?"

Tomorrow was the answer. Nell and Suzy were happy. Her mom told her to clean her room. Nell tried to do a good job. Then she laid out her nicest dress to wear tomorrow. She looked out the window. The leaves sparkled in the sunlight. The day went quickly with all the chores the family had to do. Soon it was time for bed but Nell could not fall asleep. She dreamed about her Grandma and Grandpa and riding on the wagon behind their horses.

In the morning Nell and Suzy woke up with sparkles in their eyes. They both yelled good morning to their mom. When they had washed and finished their breakfast they scurried outside to sit and wait for their grandma and grandpa. They could hear the sound of horse feet around the corner clip, clop. All of a sudden Grandpa and Grandma were there! The kids jumped into their arms and they gave each other a long awaited hug and kiss.

Mom was cooking supper for us. They sat on the couch and were glad to be there. Nell and her Grandma went to pick some flowers for the table. They picked roses, violets and daisies. The colors of the flowers glowed and sparkled at the same time. When they got back with the flowers Grandma lead Nell to her bedroom. There on the bed was the most beautiful quilt. Nell could hardly wait to sleep under this quilt of love that night.

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