Yes billy is the narrator
The point of view in "Where the Red Fern Grows" is first person, as the protagonist, Billy Colman, narrates the story from his own perspective, using "I" and "me" to tell the events that unfold. This allows readers to connect closely with Billy and experience the story through his eyes.
Because he was afraid
Rubin Pritchard is the oldest we know of it hints that there might be more but they only tell us of Rubin and Rainie
I think the first chapter in the story when the boy finds the stray coon hound and he starts to tell the story of his dogs is important. Additionally, the last two chapters are some of the most important ones in the book and tell why the story is called Where the Red Fern Grows. I don't care how many times I read it; I always cry.
Because he was afraid
Billy's grandfather tells him that raccoons cannot resist the scent of a certain kind of shiny red berry that can be found where the red fern grows. This information is pivotal in helping Billy to catch a raccoon.
The station master in "Where the Red Fern Grows" is shown to be kind because he offers to help Billy when he arrives at the depot, gives him directions, and allows him to store his lantern. Additionally, the station master offers Billy a ride to his final destination when he sees him struggling to make the journey on foot.
Then ending of "Where the Red Fern Grows" is that Old Dan dies because of a Mountain Lion and was buried in the forest. Little Ann goes missing to find the grave of Old Dan and dies right next to Old Dan's grave because of grief. The family moves to the city where Billy purchases the two dogs with the money they acquired from the Coon Contest. Billy goes to the grave before they leave and noticed that a Red Fern grew between them. They go in the Ford Truck and leave for the city.
Papa tells Billy about the two mules to teach him a valuable lesson about the bond between dogs and their owners. The story of the two mules illustrates how loyalty and love can transcend death, and serves as a metaphor for the enduring connection between Billy and his dogs, Old Dan and Little Ann. It emphasizes the idea that true companionship and devotion can last beyond the physical realm.
The author's purpose in writing "Where the Red Fern Grows" is to tell a heartfelt story about the bond between a boy and his dogs. Through the narrative, the author conveys themes of loyalty, determination, and the enduring connection between humans and animals.
The red fern ALWAYS grows theme. You may think there's no red fern around you right now, but if you look hard enough, it will appear, and grow forever. The longer you look for the red fern the faster it grows theme. I've done this before and it's quite reliable. Plus, the theme from the red fern is much higher quality than that of the blue fern.
Here was no beauty contest for little Ann Billy didn't go down the slide at town It didn't start out as billy being old in the beginning Similar Grandpa did hurt his leg God did play a role in the movie Both dogs did die at the end - that was sad That all I can tell you thank you