Sofa Leg; Flickr
Wow, I thought this story was such a good story for little
kids. There was definitely a lesson to be learned—follow rules, or there will
be consequences. My favorite part was when I realized that Mr. Miacca didn’t chop
off Tommy’s leg, but chopped off the sofa’s leg. I also liked how Tommy finally
decided to not break the rules the third time, and waited to go around the
corner till he was old enough.
I think any little kid would be a little scared if you said,
“Don’t go around the corner, or else this man will eat you for dinner.” This reminded
me of when parents say if you don’t eat your tomatoes, then you won’t have rosy
cheeks. I thought this story was very easy to follow, and I appreciated that. I
also appreciated how there was some dialogue.
For my story, I would like to keep the lesson in the story,
but have Tommy’s escape be a little bit more dramatic. I think it would be fun
to write about what all happens on his way back home. I’m exited to write this
story because I found it humorous and cute even though it was kind of scary and
definitely unrealistic. I think I can really use my imagination in this story.
I want it to be funny and unrealistic. I also think Mr. Miacca’s wife’s
character is something I can elaborate on. I feel she isn’t given much
importance in the original story, but I would like to include her in my story
more. Wish me luck!
Bibliography: Joseph Jacob's English Fairy Tales: Mr. Miacca
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