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I almost posted that story. Thanks, turtlex.

If only modern directors could cast and direct as well.

New answers coming soon.

I did want to point out that while Atticus treats them like adults, he does not lose sight of the fact that they are kids. He just has a difficult time relating to them...

Absolutely, turtlex, but I feel they do have a maturity beyond there peers, as beam noted. For example, Scout mentions Jem reading law magazines as young as fourth grade - nothing to sneeze at for...

Moreover, Jem and Scout are critical thinkers, even at their ages. That, combined with a father like Atticus and his teaching by way of example rather than criticism, gives them the tools they need...

That's a wonderful story, Jean. Thanks for sharing it with us.

I would've sworn I said similar earlier. I guess I didn't hit submit.

I know. I hope nobody thought I was being a bitch. (Believe me, there'll be no doubt when that happens.) I really just saw it as a chance to use my tumbleweed smiley....

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1. How and when did you first come to read To Kill A Mockingbird?
I honestly don't remember. It's so ingrained in me, as are the portrayals in the wonderful film adaptation, that I simply don't...

Answers coming, I promise.

Is that legal? :unsure:

*happy sigh* Like having coffee with old friends. Jem, Scout, Dill, Atticus. :rose: Scout reminds me a lot of a very young Woofer - I was very much the tomboy.