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Last Friday, I traveled to the countryside to visit my grandparents. I felt very excited as the car stopped in front of their cozy wooden house. Grandma and Grandpa waited for me on the porch. They hugged me tightly and smiled. It was the start of a perfect weekend.
On Saturday morning, we woke up early. The sun shone through the window, and the birds sang in the trees. We walked to the kitchen and made delicious chocolate chip cookies. I mixed the flour and sugar, while Grandma added the chocolate. The kitchen smelled wonderful! After that, we went outside to the big garden. Grandpa showed me his tall tomato plants and fresh green lettuce. We pulled out the weeds and watered the thirsty plants together. I even found a small, green frog near the pond. It jumped away quickly, and I laughed.
In the afternoon, we walked to the nearby forest. We explored the narrow paths and looked for colorful stones and interesting leaves. I discovered a bright blue feather on the ground and kept it as a special treasure. Grandpa told me stories about the forest animals. He knew everything about the owls, the foxes, and the busy squirrels. We sat on a fallen log and listened to the wind in the trees. It was very peaceful.
When the sun went down, the sky turned orange and purple. We sat on the soft grass and looked at the sky. The stars appeared one by one, like tiny diamonds. Grandpa pointed to the constellations and explained their names. I felt happy under the moonlight.
On Sunday morning, we ate a big breakfast with fluffy pancakes and sweet honey. Then, it was time to leave. I packed my small bag and said goodbye. I thanked my grandparents for the wonderful time. I waved from the car window as we drove away. My heart felt full of joy. It was the best weekend ever, and I already wanted to go back next month.
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Comprehension Questions
What specific ingredients did Emy and her Grandma use to make the cookies?
Where did Emy find the small, green frog that jumped away?
Why did the author describe the plants in the garden as 'thirsty'?
How can the reader tell that Emy and her grandparents have a close and loving relationship?
Do you think Emy would have enjoyed her weekend as much if she had spent it playing video games inside instead of being outdoors? Why or why not?
In your opinion, what was the most 'perfect' part of Emy's weekend? Explain your choice.
If Emy were to write a thank-you note to her grandparents, what are two things she might say she is looking forward to doing when she visits next month?
Imagine Emy finds another 'treasure' in the forest. What could it be, and why would it be special to her?
The story describes the house as 'cozy.' Based on the description of the grandparents' welcome, what do you think 'cozy' means?
Grandpa pointed to the 'constellations' in the night sky. Using the context of the story, how would you define a constellation?
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