The Open Window by Saki

  • Read the story HERE





1-  Read the story and complete the activities: https://www.swl.k12.oh.us/Downloads/open%20window.pdf


2-   Let`s bring the story into the 21st century!




According to the story, Mr Nuttel´s sister writes a letter to Mrs Sappleton. Instead of a letter, write an email to her using Google Doc and share it with me!


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