Real-Stories with Traditional Values

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The story entitled, "The Day Lenny the Lizard Got Loose" is humorously based on a childhood experience when a pet lizard, named Lenny got out of his terrarium and the chaos that ensued to try to locate him. Children and parents alike will be drawn to both the rhythm of the text and the many unusual hiding places Lenny finds to hide to evade capture.

A Word from the Author

The story remained in my mind over the years for several reasons. First, it is a unique, unusual, and entertaining story. Second, it taught me about the importance of trust in the teacher - student - family relationship. During my first year of teaching a student provided an unusual reason for being tardy. It was my first of many of what I like to call, “the dog ate my homework” moments. As the student explained his situation, it took me back to a time when a dear family member had to explain being tardy to school to his teacher because his pet lizard had escaped.  Events happen to families from time to time and it is often best to give a student who is very responsible, never late, and obviously concerned, the benefit of the doubt when they are being truthful about their life experiences.