Compare/Contrast - The Sign Painter

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The Sign Painter by Allen Say

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The Sign Painter is a haunting story about choices in one's life and chasing your dreams. Engage students with activities and ignite discussion with Storyboard That!

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BOY
"'How does it feel to be a wage earner?' the man asked. 'I am a painter,' the boy replied. 'We all have dreams. What made you want to paint?' 'It's what I love.'"
MAN
"'I like painting landscapes,' the boy said. 'You're painting a woman, just the way the layout shows. Goes with one word, ArrowStar. That's it.'"
• younger • quiet • wants to follow dreams (even if it means taking risks) • dreams to be a painter
• older • talkative • follows the rules/completes purpose at hand • is a sign painter

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