In the Dinosaur's Paw by Patricia Reilly Giff

Author:Patricia Reilly Giff [Giff, Patricia Reilly]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 978-0-307-53205-3
Publisher: Random House Children's Books
Published: 1985-08-28T04:00:00+00:00

Chapter 6

“Today is National Handwriting Day,” said Ms. Rooney. “Does anyone know what that means?”

Richard slid down in his seat.

Too bad Matthew wasn't in school. His desk was empty. There was a big open spot in front of Richard.

Ms. Rooney could see him easily.

“National Handwriting Day,” said Ms. Rooney again.

Richard looked around.

Nobody knew what Ms. Rooney was talking about.

“I'll give you a hint,” said Ms. Rooney. “Nation means country.”

Timothy Barbiero's hand shot up. “I know,” he said. “Everyone in the country has to think about handwriting.”

“Very good, Timothy,” said Ms. Rooney.

The door opened.

It was Matthew. He was covered with snow.

Ms. Rooney looked at him. “I see we have a snowman in Room 113,” she said.

Matthew pulled off his blue hat. He shook it. Little lumps of snow dropped onto the floor.

“It's a little late,” said Ms. Rooney.

“I know,” said Matthew. “I fell.”

Richard sat up straight. He was glad Matthew wasn't absent. He wanted to tell Matthew about his five dinosaur things. And his D.T. ruler.

“Matthew,” he whispered in a loud voice.

But Matthew went to the coatroom.

“Don't put your wet stuff near mine,” Dawn called.

“How about putting your coat on the radiator?” Ms. Rooney said. “It will dry off a little.”

Matthew threw his coat on top of the radiator. Then he sat down.

“What was I talking about?” asked Ms. Rooney.

Richard gave Matthew a tap. “I was waiting for you.”

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