DRAMATIZATION
LITTLE BOY BLUE
(Primer, page 68)
The senior division of the primary class had read the story of Little Boy Blue. Norman asked: "May we play it? May I be Little Boy Blue?"
Allan said: "I'd like to be the farmer".
Dorothy wished to be the farmer's wife.
Clara asked if the pupils of the highest class might be the cows and the sheep.
As Norman was enthusiastic and eager to express himself, he was permitted to direct the movements of the different characters.
The farmer selected a horse and prepared to take him to market, while Little Boy Blue could be seen tramping along the road (the front part of the room). The cows and sheep were grazing quietly near by.
As Little Boy Blue approached the farmer, he removed his cap and said: "Good morning, sir, do you want a boy?"