Ryan's Bad Day

By Evelyn Durckel and Elise Sy-Quia

“So Ryan,” said Ava sternly, “I think you have something to say.” Ryan stared at the ground like a guilty puppy. “I’m so sorry I didn’t realize how much this was affecting all of you!” cried Ryan as he started the pick up the colorful crushed crayons on the floor and the books that fell from his classmates arms.&nbsp;

“It’s ok Ryan, just as long as you don’t act out like that again,” said his classmates, “Do you want to come draw with us?” “Sure!” said Ryan happily while running over to the drawing station.

On the way to school, Ryan got more and more upset as he walked with his mom.&nbsp; “Mom, why do I have to go to school today!” Ryan growled.&nbsp; “You have to go Ryan. I thought we discussed this earlier.” said Ryan’s mom as she continued walking. With a face as red as a tomato, Ryan stomped all the way until&nbsp; he got to the school gate.&nbsp; “Have a good day, Ryan!” His mom yelled as he entered the school.

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Ryan stomped into the room. When the class saw Ryan, they were scared. This wasn’t the bright and kind Ryan they remembered. Some of his classmates ran away in fear. The classroom seemed so happy. Children laughed and there was bright colors everywhere. Ryan looked out the window, even the sun seemed to be smiling down at him! “Ugh, how is the world so happy right now?” grumbled Ryan, “Today is the worst!”

“Hey, we don’t need to be mean to him,” said Lily, interrupting her classmate. Liam nodded in agreement. “What if we just told him that he was being rude and that we wanted him to stop?” asked Tommy.&nbsp; “That seems like a good idea, I’ll go talk to him.” confirmed Ava as she headed over to Ryan’s table.

On the other side of the room, Ryan’s classmates were deep in discussion. “What do we do about Ryan?” asked Ava, “He’s been really rude to us today!” Lily, Tommy, Liam frowned at the sound of his name. “What if we push him and crush his crayons too?” suggested one of the kids. Tommy shook his head, “That’s not a good idea.” While everyone shouted out their ideas, Lily silently sat at her desk. She was as quiet as a mouse. Lily was a very intelligent and kind little girl, but she was very upset.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ryan walked over to the rug where his classmates, Ava and Lily, were drawing.&nbsp; “Are you okay Ryan?” asked Lily, “You seem pretty upset.” Ryan frowned at her and crushed her crayons with quiet crack! “Why would you do that Ryan!” yelled Ava. Tears started forming in the corners of Lily’s eyes. Ryan tramped away, ignoring Ava. He was too irritated with everything to care.

“Hi Ryan!” exclaimed Tommy. Tommy and Liam smiled at him, beaming with happiness while Liam stared back at them angrily. “Why are they so happy,” Ryan mumbled to himself. “Did you say something?” asked Liam, “I couldn’t hear what you said.” “It’s none of your business!” yelled Ryan as he stomped in between the two boys. Liam and Tommy dropped their books and they hit the ground with a loud smack!

Ryan headed over to the other side of the room where the bookshelf was located.&nbsp; “Maybe reading will make today better,” whispered Ryan. For the first time today, Ryan’s brown eyes shone with excitement. As he smiled and reached to grab a book, he heard loud talking and laughing from outside. Ryan’s smile turned into frown at the sound of the voices. In Ryan’s head, the voices were as annoying as nails on a chalkboard. Ryan stood up as Liam and Tommy walked towards the shelf with books in their hands.&nbsp;

“Yeah, right! That’s not gonna happen,” thought Ryan.&nbsp; Grumbling, he walked down the hall until he got to his class room.

After that day, Ryan made new friends and learned that his actions can change other’s emotions.

Ryan suddenly woke up from a peaceful dream to the sound of his mother’s voice trying to wake him so he wasn’t late for school. He turned away towards the wall opposite of her hoping she would leave him alone.&nbsp; “Mom, can I just skip school for today? I’m in a terrible mood,” pouted Ryan.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; “Of course not! Now get up and get dressed before your late for school,” she exclaimed. That was the last thing he wanted to do but his mom was persistent and got him out of bed and on his way to school.

Ryan sat at his desk with his face in his arms. He was so frustrated with everyone and everything.&nbsp; “Hey Ryan, are you awake?” whispered Ava. She had a kind expression on. Ryan lifted his head from his arms. He turned his head and made eye contact with her silently. His stare seemed like daggers that pierced Ava’s soul.&nbsp; “What do you want?” grumbled Ryan as he rolled his eyes.&nbsp;

“That’s the last straw!” growled Ava, “I have no patience anymore. I think you probably had a bad morning, but that isn’t an excuse to be rude to us and make our day terrible too! Now go apologize to everyone!” Ryan blinked, obviously confused.&nbsp; “O-oh, I didn’t know that I was making them upset,” mumbled Ryan. As he sat up, Ava ushered him towards the group.

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