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As Caleb and Grandfather read through some of Anna’s journal entries it became clear that Grandfather was beginning to fill in the pieces of his family’s puzzle that he missed out on while he was away.
“We were afraid she wouldn’t stay,” I said. “She loved Maine
Grandfather nodded. He closed the book that Anna had written so long ago. I could tell our lesson was over for today. Grandfather walked to the window and looked out over the farm.
“You always love what you know first,” he said. “Always,” he repeated softly.
Caleb’s Story – page 76
· Interpret what Grandfather was feeling at this moment. It seems he can relate to Sarah’s fondness for her life before moving to the prairie.
On page 76 there’s a storm rolling into the area. Strangely, the author notes that a storm was brewing in the house. Reread pages 76-81 to determine what the author meant by the house being stormy. Identify some details from the text that support this description and record them on the web below.
