Story Facts
What is the main character in the story?
The Scarecrow
How does the scarecrow feel at the beginning of the story?
Lonely or proud of his work
Where does the story take place?
In a field or farm
What is the main message of The Scarecrow?
Kindness and friendship bring joy
What is a “scarecrow”?
A figure made to scare birds away from crops
What kind of job does a scarecrow have?
To scare away birds or animals from the crops
How does the scarecrow feel when the baby crow falls?
Worried or caring
What season does the story start in?
Fall (Autumn)
What does the scarecrow learn from helping the crow?
That caring for others makes life happier
What does “harvest” mean?
To gather crops that are ready
What animal falls near the scarecrow?
A baby crow
What emotions does the story show between the scarecrow and the crow?
Friendship, love, kindness
What season do we see the scarecrow in snow?
Winter
Why is it important that the scarecrow breaks his rules to help the crow?
It shows bravery and compassion
What does “compassion” mean?
Caring for others and helping them
What does the scarecrow do that’s surprising?
He helps and cares for the baby crow
What does the crow bring back to the scarecrow later?
Joy and company
How does the setting change over time?
It changes with the seasons — fall, winter, spring, summer
What could the scarecrow represent in real life?
Someone who looks tough but has a kind heart
What word means “lonely but peaceful”?
Solitude
How does the story end?
The crow grows up and visits the scarecrow again with its family
What lesson can we learn from how the scarecrow treated the crow?
To be kind and help others, even when they are different from us
What happens to the field by the end of the story?
It becomes full of life again with crops and birds
What does the story teach us about letting go?
True love and friendship stay strong even with distance
What is another word for “bravery” that fits the story?
Courage