Question

Choose one of the Main characters from two of the stories we read, Jerry from "President Cleveland Where Are You?" OR Squeaky from "Raymond's Run".

We saw each one of these character's change from the beginning of the story to the end.

Write a letter from Jerry or Squeaky to his or her future grandchild. Make sure to include how their experience and growth had an impact on them.

Ask yourself...

What would they tell their grandchildren about the lesson(s) they learned? (Jerry and Squeaky are old and have become grandparents).

How did Jerry change/grow from the beginning to the ending?
OR
How did Squeaky change/grow from the beginning to the ending?

Use correct grammar and punctuation.

When I say future, I am not talking about space future

Answer 1

Dear Future grandchild,

When I was a kid I used to be a bit selfish and self centered but I have never stopped caring about my brother Raymond. He had mental disabilities and I made sure he would never get bullied under any circumstances. I remember I was thinking of giving up my career as a runner to solely coach Raymond and take responsibility for him because I already had a room full of trophies and ribbons and Raymond had nothing. I started changing attention from myself to my brother as I already heard my name announced as champion. I was already focusing on Raymond’s future. Although Raymond wasn’t actually in the race this was really his run. When I realized winning isn’t everything I see Gretchen as a person that also works hard to achieve her aspirations. I look at her thinking that perhaps she would be the type of person to help coach Raymond. At the beginning of all of this I was completely focused on myself, I wanted to be the fastest runner and beat my rival Gretchen in the May day race. I also wanted to be the winner of the spelling bee however slowly I felt more compassionate and caring towards my peers. I developed confidence and strength that I haven't had before, Meanwhile I became more loving and caring for Raymond.

Step-by-step explanation:
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