Chapter 1: A Strange Noise
* Summary:
* A young girl named Lily hears a strange noise in her attic.
* She goes to investigate and finds a nest of baby rats.
* The rats are scared and squealing.
* Real-life example:
* Lily could represent a child exploring the attic of their home. They hear a strange noise and find a nest of baby animals, such as baby squirrels or bird chicks.
Chapter 2: The Rat Problem
* Summary:
* Lily's parents come up to the attic and see the rats.
* They realize there is a rat problem that needs to be solved.
* They call an exterminator.
* Real-life example:
* The parents could represent homeowners who find a pest problem in their house. They may need to call a professional exterminator to address the issue.
Chapter 3: The Exterminator
* Summary:
* The exterminator comes to the house and sets rat traps.
* He explains that the rats need to be caught and removed.
* Lily is worried about the rats getting hurt.
* Real-life example:
* The exterminator could represent a pest control technician who provides professional pest management services. They may use humane methods to trap and remove rodents from the home.
Chapter 4: The Trap
* Summary:
* The exterminator sets a rat trap in the attic.
* Lily goes to check on the trap and sees a rat caught in it.
* The exterminator takes the rat away.
* Real-life example:
* The rat trap could represent a wildlife trap used by wildlife rehabilitators. It may be used to capture injured or nuisance animals for relocation or veterinary care.
Chapter 5: No More Rats
* Summary:
* The exterminator catches all the rats and the rat problem is solved.
* Lily is happy that the rats are gone.
* She learns about the importance of pest control.
* Real-life example:
* The successful removal of the rats could represent the effectiveness of pest control measures. It emphasizes the importance of taking steps to address pest problems in homes and other environments.