My Pet Kids UFLI Foundations Lesson 93

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My Pet Kids

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paws claws crawl drawing haul jaws naughty taught yawn
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On the right side of the image, The Cat sits perched on a purple armchair with a green polka-dot cushion, gazing forward with a calm, self-assured expression. In front of the chair, the girl (shoulder-length dark navy-blue wavy hair, maroon t-shirt, grey pants) lies on her stomach on a colourful plaid rug, drawing a picture of a cat on a sheet of paper with a focused expression. The scene is set indoors in a cosy living room with a soft blue-grey background. Only one of the three kids is visible in this illustration.

I am a cat. This is my home. Three kids and Mum live with me too. Today, one of my kids is on the rug, drawing me. She did not get my tail quite right, but I will not fuss. The people think this is their home. They think I am their pet. They are wrong.

Page 2
In the lower half of the image, The Cat sits on a pink/red cushion or box on the left side, licking one paw with a smug, self-satisfied expression — grooming itself clean. In the lower right, one of the kids stands pushing against a small, muddy brown dog, trying to wash it near a metal tub of water, a bottle of soap, a red bucket, and a scrub brush laid out on the ground. The kid has a determined, slightly strained expression as the dog resists. The scene is set outdoors in a suburban backyard with green bushes in the background. The top half of the image is plain white/light blue watercolour wash.

Many think the best way to get clean is to jump in a big tub of water. They are wrong. I lick my paws and I am clean. No soap, no fuss, no splashing. In the yard, one of my kids drags a muddy dog into a tub. That silly dog kicks and splashes. I would never make such a mess.

Page 3
On the left side of the image, three kids are sitting and kneeling on a colourful chequered floor in yellow, green, and orange tiles. One of the kids, a boy with brown hair in a blue striped shirt, sits cross-legged in the centre, smiling happily while holding The Cat in their lap. The Cat, an orange tabby, is curled up contentedly on the kid's lap with eyes closed, looking relaxed and happy. A second kid, a boy in a red hoodie and jeans, kneels on the left beside them, leaning in with a smile and reaching out to pet The Cat's head. A third kid, a girl with a dark blue ponytail wearing a maroon shirt, kneels on the left side beside them, smiling and also reaching over to pat The Cat. The right ~40% of the image is plain white background. The scene is indoors with a soft blue wash suggesting a cosy living room setting.

The best spot for a nap is on the lap of one of my pets. I roll into a ball on my belly. All three kids pat me and give me a cuddle. They think they are being kind to me. Really, I have taught them well. I like living in this home.

Page 4
On the right side of the image, Mum stands smiling at an open front gate of a suburban house, waving goodbye to the kids as they head off to school. The kids are walking away from the house with backpacks — one boy waves back cheerfully while another boy and the girl walk ahead with arms outstretched in excited motion. The Cat is lounging contentedly on a ledge or windowsill above the front porch of the house, watching the scene below. The setting is outdoors on a bright daytime morning, with trees and greenery visible behind the house. The left side of the image is plain white background, leaving space for text.

Sometimes the kids are pests. They smash things and make a big mess. But every morning, Mum packs their bags, hands them their lunches, and waves them off at the gate. Then the home is mine. I stretch on the ledge above the porch, give a big yawn, and plan my day.

Page 5
In the lower half of the image, The Cat peeks around a purple wall corner at floor level on the left side, in a low crouch with a focused, determined expression and wide green eyes, watching a small grey mouse on the right. The mouse is scurrying across a tiled kitchen floor carrying crumbs in its mouth. The scene is set indoors on warm-toned tile flooring with a pale wall behind.

Some think a small beast is too fast for a cat to catch. They are wrong. I spot one sneaking across the kitchen floor with bits of food in its jaws. I hide low behind the wall, eyes wide, still as can be. I am faster. No small beast can crawl past me for long.

Page 6
On the right side of the image, The Cat is mid-leap with front paws stretched forward, wrapping its claws around the edge of a pink/red low wall, with a playful, focused expression and bright green eyes. Wriggling beetles peek out from under leaves at the base of the wall, and small wrens hop along tree branches above. The scene is set in a sunny backyard with lush green bushes along the bottom, a tree trunk and leaves visible in the upper right corner, and a clear blue sky with soft clouds. The left side of the image is open sky and white space, free of characters or detail.

I love to play in my yard. I leap and jump on everything, because it is all mine. Today I spring up on the low wall and dig my claws into the edge. Beetles dart under the leaves. Birds hop on the branches above. There is never a dull moment in my yard.

Page 7
On the left side of the image, Mum stands with a shocked, disgusted expression, her hands raised in alarm as she looks down at The Cat, who sits calmly on the floor near the window holding a snail in its paws with a proud, unbothered expression. One of the kids peeks out from behind Mum, looking on with a curious, amused smile trying not to laugh. The scene is set indoors near a window, with soft natural light coming in. The right ~40% of the image is plain white background.

Mum does not like it when I bring things in. Today I haul in a snail and hold it up in my paws by the window. Mum throws her hands up and gasps. One of the kids peeks from behind her, trying not to giggle. Mum thinks bugs are yucky, but she is wrong. This is my home, and I can bring in what I want.

Page 8
On the right side of the image, Naughty Neighbour Boy stands in a taunting pose, pulling the corners of his mouth wide with his fingers and sticking his tongue out mockingly. Beside him on the far right, The Cat faces him with a fierce, angry expression — mouth open in a growl, showing teeth, standing in a tense, confrontational stance. The scene is set outdoors on a pink-toned sidewalk or path with a soft blue sky behind them. The left side of the image is open, plain background.

There is a naughty kid next door. He is mean and smelly. Every time he spots me, he pulls a face. I hiss and show my teeth. He thinks he can get away with all this because he is bigger than me. But he is wrong, and one day I will show him.

Page 9
On the left side of the image, The Cat stands in the foreground with a determined, slightly mischievous expression, looking directly at the viewer. Behind The Cat looms a large tiger — representing The Cat's fantasy of growing big — standing in the same pose with a fierce expression, sharp claws extended and fangs bared, set against a soft blue-green watercolour cloud. The right ~40% of the image is plain white background.

One day, I am going to grow as big as a tiger. I will have sharp claws and big sharp fangs. Then I will march next door and smash that kid's fence. I can see it all. No one will ever tell me to stay away again.

Page 10
On the right side of the image, The Cat is curled up contentedly at the foot of a bed, eyes half-closed and purring peacefully. One of the kids is lying in bed under a green-striped blanket, asleep with a calm expression. The scene is set indoors at nighttime in a cosy bedroom, with a window on the far right showing a dark blue night sky and purple curtains partially drawn. Through the window, three cats are visible sitting on the outside windowsill, peering in through the glass with curious expressions.

Some cats think it is better to live in the yard. Three of them sit on my ledge, peeking in through the glass. They are wrong. I am curled up warm at the foot of my kid's bed, and I tuck my paws under me. I love my home, and I love my pet kids. Nothing will ever change that.

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