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HEnk!! HeNk! HEnK!! hENK!!! The alarm clock rang loudly, ringing the room randomly with harsh
tones.
A lightly tanned hand rose among the sea of sky-blue blankets in vain attempts to punch the digital clock
quiet. HEnK! HenK!!! HENK!!!
The agitated hand grew wild with whirly desperations; frustrated, the hand crawled back into the blue and
dark abyss of the blankets and closed the entrance tightly, trying to shut the noise out.

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HEENNNK! HnK!! NK!! K. H The hands clasped about some ears, blocking out the noise to capture
the last few moments of sleep.
CLICK.
Its time to wake up dear, breakfast is at the table. said a motherly voice.
But Mom... I dont want to go! whimpered a soft yet whiny voice.
Its time for school today dear, BREAKFEST is at the table. responded the stern, motherly voice.

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A sigh sounds out of the soothing blankets.
THRUSH!

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The blankets flew out from the bed and from here, a boy is revealed. He appears lightly tan, wearing
pajamas that depicted repeating pictures of brave knights fighting fierce dragons. The boy belted a loud
yawn and walked sluggishly towards the table where breakfast lies.

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As the boy munches on his toast, and slurps up his cereal; he tries to read the back of the cereal box. The
letters that make up the words appear random, jumbled, and scrambled like the corn flakes in his bowl.
Mom, what does 5 Svae btpx do pbs gt uprzee asper mean?
The mother quickly picks up the box to see what her son was talking about. She scans the words, then
shakes her head.
Barry honey, it says Save 5 box tops and get a super prize. It means if we got 4 more boxes of this
cereal, you could get a SUPER PRIZE!
Barry laughs at her mothers way of exaggeration but then quickly frowns, realizing he read it wrong
again

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The bus is here, Barry. Get ready because its time for school. his Mother said.
Barry dashes off to his room like a bolt of lightning. While he doesnt particularly like school, the
anticipation for recess, lunch, and lunch recess was enough to motivate for him to at least attend it.

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The bus carried Barry and the other children off to school, where Barry will confront another difficult day.
What will the day bring? Barry wondered with a backpack full of textbooks, papers, and pencils. He knew
he didnt do his language arts homework yesterday despite his teachers warning. Mr. Notwen, Barrys
teacher, is a kind and fair teacher but often chides Barry because he knows it will affect his grade and
future.
The homework is just too hard, the words dont make sense, and its boring. No matter how hard I try, it
doesnt work for me I hate 3rd grade. grumbles Barry.

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Hiya Barry! two voices spoke in unison behind Barry which made him jump from his seat a bit.
A young boy and girl were smiling as they looked at him, eagerly awaiting their best friends response.
Hey, guys, replied Barry.
Whats wrong? You look glum. Jackson asked. Yea, whats wrong? chirped in Rachel.
Nothing, just didnt do my homework. Barry spoke sadly.

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Oooooh. Rachel ominously said. Mr. Notwen isnt going to be happy with you. He said someone is
going to talk with you if you didnt do your homework again. Maybe its Principal Henderson and you
would be in trouble.
Rachel is probably right, but Mr. Notwen looked more worried than angry, added Jackson. Dont
worry, Mr. Notwen probably cant do much more other than send another note home.

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Barry didnt really feel much better, he hated those sent notes since his mother hasnt been able to help
him either. Whats worse, the bus has now arrived at the school and Barry must now face his teacher.

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Barry, Rachel, and Jackson all arrived together to their classroom, with Mr. Notwen sitting at his desk.
Everyone, please turn in your language arts homework. Mr. Notwen spoke with a calm yet firm voice.
Everyone turned their work, including Rachel and Jackson. Mr. Notwen then asked for Barrys work.
Have you done your homework, Barry? Mr. Notwen said.
No, sir Barry flatly responded.

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Alright, its time you spoke with someone. sighed Mr. Notwen.
What do you mean? questioned Barry.
Go to the office and tell the secretary that I sent you, she will know what to do
Barry took the hall pass, quietly waved goodbye to Rachel and Jackson, and walked sadly to the office.
As Barry walked down the hallway, he wanted to leave school at that moment; he wanted to play at
recess. But he couldnt because he knew he would get into trouble, so he remembered what his mother
told him when he felt the need to make impulsive choices.
You need to be mindful of the consequences. Think of how your actions can affect others. Once you
think about it: breathe and breathe again until you make the right choice, Barrys mother advice sang as
it ringed in his mind.
Barry felt better, more assured and carried on into the office.

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Barry arrived at the front office where the secretary would be. He speaks to the secretary who then directs
him to principals office. As soon as Barry enters, he sees two people. One person is Principal Henderson,
and the second person is someone whom Barry does not recognize.
Barry, this is Mrs. Lewinsky, shes here to assist and tutor you due to the problems youve been having
in Mr. Nontwens class. Mrs. Henderson spoke calmly and seriously.
How do you do? asked Mrs. Lewinsky.
Im fine, nervously responded Barry.
Lets take a trip to my office where we can discuss your challenges, Mrs. Henderson, may we?
requested Mrs. Lewinsky.
Yes, of course. replied Mrs. Henderson.

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Barry and Mrs. Lewinsky sat down in her office where they talked about Barrys challenges at school.
I think I have what you need to become more successful. Mrs. Lewinsky said with a smile.
Mrs. Lewinsky shows and explains to Barry many different strategies he could use to become successful.
One tool that Barry can use is called a Reading Focus Card that can remove the surrounding
words from the page in order to focus on only a few words at a time. It looks like a small, opaque card
that has a single slit opening which allows the reader to see isolated words. This is helpful to someone
like Barry as it can be less stressful to read a few words at a time rather than a lot of words all at once.
Mrs. Lewinsky will also give Barry a collection of transparent color overlays. Transparent color
overlays are colored sheets that you can see through. Some children like Barry have difficulty reading

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words on white paper and using a chosen color on top of the white paper can make it more visible to
Barry.
Mr. Notwen has informed me you also have trouble being attentive in class; oftentimes getting
up from your chair to see other classes play outside during recess, is that correct?
Yes. Barry sheepishly said.
I think I will talk to Mr. Notwen about a positive reward system for you. Mrs. Lewinsky mused.
A positive reward system is when someone is being rewarded for doing something good. Rather
than being punished for bad deeds, a person is only rewarded for good deeds and behavior. This can help
someone like Barry who has trouble keeping attention in class.
Another instruction for Barry is to find a classmate he can work with and help him in class
activities. Mrs. Lewinsky called this Peer-Assisted Learning.
When students work together, as Mrs Lewisnky explains, They can overcome new challenges
together should one student become confused or worried.
I think Rachel and Jackson can become my peer-assisted helpers. Said Barry.

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I think so too, but you can ALSO help them when they have problems too. replied Mrs. Lewinsky.
How? questioned Barry.
Mrs. Lewinsky smiled warmly and said this.
You and all children are unique, special, and capable to achieve all your dreams. Help each other when
another faces the dark. Dont let your own challenges become your limiting factor, let it become your
will.

THE END