Journal Entry #1

Chapters: 1-3
Perspective: Atticus

The first thing I would like to write about is the great fascination found in the Radley's affairs or better put the lack of them. It seems as though everybody feels it their personal duty to pass judgment and speculate on the Radley's activities. With such a huge interest in their lives I can understand their reclusive and solitary behavior. But it is a constant topic that is continuingly brought up by everyone espescially the kids.

I was quite surprised when Scout told me she didn't want to go to school. Something immediately struck me as being wrong. After talking with her for a while I learned that her teacher, Ms. Caroline had encouraged Scout to discontinue her reading with me. Her reason being that I was teaching Scout the wrong way although I can not imagine any negative outcomes from teaching Scout to read and write.