Interesting Characters

The first three chapters of A Cricket in Times Square introduced you to Chester Cricket and to several other characters in the book. With a story set in New York City where there are so many people, I wonder if there will be lots of characters in this book!

I think Papa Bellini will be an interesting character to watch. Even though he's Mario's father and he owns the news stand, I don't think he'll be a major part of the story. But already he sounds like a good person and a caring father. Remember how the author describes him when we first meet him on page 11?  "...He had a kindness that shone about him" and "there always seemed to be something smiling inside Papa."  I also noticed that he was the one to finally say (in a certain quiet tone!) that Mario could keep Chester. That part made me smile because I was really worried that Mario would have to let Chester go!

Which character do you like? What do you like about the character already? What do you think - or hope - might happen to that character as the story continues? In the comment section below, tell us who you like and why! But don't forget to ask an adult before you post private information - like your first name!