Once upon a time in a small town, the mayor was hosting a barbecue to celebrate Independence Day. All the townspeople were invited, including a veteran who had a snout instead of a nose. The veteran was excited to join the parade and show off his snout. But when it was time for the fireworks, the veteran's snout got too close and lit up like a sparkler! The townspeople cheered and the veteran became the star of the show. From then on, he was known as the "Sparkler Snout." The end.

Reflections

1. Why was the veteran excited to join the parade?
2. How did the veteran's snout become the star of the show?
3. What does the townspeople call the veteran after the Independence Day celebration?