Afraid of the Dark

Introduction

• Theme of the story: A story about an owl family.
• Main Characters:
  • Mrs. Barn Owl (Mother)
  • Mr. Barn Owl (Father)
  • Plop (Son)
  • A Little Boy

Summary of the Story

Plop's Fear

• Plop is a baby owl who is afraid of the dark.
• Owls are accustomed to being out at night, they are nocturnal birds, but Plop does not like this.

Family's Opinion

• Mother Owl: Tells Plop that his fear of the dark is due to his lack of knowledge.
• Father Owl: Strictly says that Plop should consider himself a night bird.

Plop's Experience

• Plop is sent down to meet a little boy.
• The little boy finds the dark exciting because he is waiting to see fireworks.

Plop's Meeting

• Plop meets the little boy and becomes curious about the fireworks.
• The little boy tells Plop about the different types of fireworks.
• Plop starts liking fireworks but still fears the dark.

Fireworks with the Family

• Plop goes to watch fireworks with his parents.
• He enjoys the fireworks but his attitude towards the dark remains unclear.

Conclusion

• The story ends at the point where Plop likes the fireworks but his fear of the dark still persists.

Notes

• Importance of Practice: Refers to Plop improving his landing.
• Message of the Story: Knowledge and experience are necessary to overcome fear.

This entire story suggests that knowledge and experience are necessary to overcome any fear.