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A Funny Birthday Gift

Product Shot from May 2020 Friend

Illustration by Val Chadwick Bagley

Pick a word for each blank space before reading the story.

Adjective: a descriptive word (like “fuzzy” or “purple”)

Noun: person, place, or thing (like “sister,” “store,” or “camel”)

Plural noun: more than one of a noun (like “apples” or “staplers”)

Verb: an action word (like “run” or “dance”)

Hooray! Your brother is turning (number) next week! And, being the kind sibling you are, you’ve decided to make him an extra (adjective) birthday present. First, grab some (plural noun) and maybe a few (plural noun) as well. It’s true that (adjective ) (plural noun) are also his favorite, but your sister is giving him those already. Next, (verb) over to your favorite (noun) store to buy (plural noun). You’ll need some (plural noun) to make everything stick together, of course, so be sure to find at least (number). It’s building time! Grab a (noun), gather your supplies, then head to (location) and (verb) for (length of time) to finish the craft. Wrap your brother’s present with a (color) (noun), top it with a bow, and give it to him. He’ll be sure to say (silly phrase) over and over again!