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Shells By Cynthia Rylant Analysis
Shells by Cynthia Rylant, Michael and Aunt Esther relationship is full of change. Michael was lonely so he need something to change because he wants so one to love him so he buy’s one crab. This is important because now you now he has a friend. Michael went back to the store to buy more. It is important because it show he love hermit crabs.
Aunt Esther is so selfish she can't get along anyone so she needs a change. She has never been married or have kids. Or had kids she helps him get a gallon of crabs. She is start something in your life. Michael and Aunt Esther both don't have anyone to love Michael want to change so does she . This is important because they could love each other Aunt Esther likes living alone but there both

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