'Memoirs of a Hamster' read by Melanie Lynskey

Summary

In this charming Storyline Online reading, Melanie Lynskey narrates 'Memoirs of a Hamster' by Devin Scillian, illustrated by Tim Bowers. The story follows Seymour, a content hamster who enjoys his cozy life until a cat named Pearl tempts him with tales of a 'sunroom' filled with treats. Seymour escapes his cage, only to discover Pearl's lies and face danger. Eventually, he realizes the comfort of his home and the love of the Little Girl, appreciating what he already has. The book is a heartwarming tale about gratitude and finding joy in the simple things. Melanie reflects on the beauty of memoirs, even those from a hamster's perspective.

Takeaways

• 📖 Storyline Online is presented by the SAG-AFTRA Foundation and features Melanie Lynskey reading 'Memoirs of a Hamster.'
• 🐹 The story follows Seymour the hamster, who initially feels his life is perfect with his bowl of seeds, cozy wood shavings, and exercise wheel.
• 🏃 Seymour loves his new exercise wheel, the FuzzyBoy 360, and spends all night running on it.
• 💧 Seymour discovers the importance of staying hydrated after getting a new water bottle.
• 😺 Pearl the Cat introduces Seymour to the idea of a sunroom, claiming it's filled with yogurt drops and a staircase made of sunflower seeds.
• 🤔 Seymour becomes curious about the sunroom and starts doubting his contentment in the cage.
• 💥 After escaping the cage, Seymour realizes that Pearl lied about the sunroom, and he narrowly escapes danger from both Pearl and a vacuum named Hoover.
• 💓 Seymour is rescued by the Little Girl, who kisses him, leading him to appreciate his life in the cage.
• 🌟 The story highlights the theme of appreciating what you have and finding contentment in your life.
• 🎬 The video concludes with Melanie Lynskey reflecting on the importance of gratitude and the charm of memoirs, including those of a hamster.

Q & A

Who narrates the story 'Memoirs of a Hamster' on Storyline Online?

Melanie Lynskey narrates the story 'Memoirs of a Hamster' on Storyline Online.

What is Seymour's initial attitude toward his life in the cage?

Seymour initially believes his life is perfect, with a bowl full of seeds, a cozy pile of wood shavings, and room to run.

What changes Seymour's perspective on his life in the cage?

Seymour's perspective changes when Pearl the Cat tells him that running on the wheel is a waste of time and suggests there is a sunroom filled with yogurt drops, making Seymour curious about the outside world.

Why does Seymour decide to escape his cage?

Seymour decides to escape his cage because he becomes intrigued by Pearl's description of the sunroom and the staircase made of sunflower seeds.

What does Seymour discover after escaping his cage?

After escaping his cage, Seymour discovers that the staircase is made of carpet, not sunflower seeds, and there are no yogurt drops in the sunroom. He realizes that Pearl lied to him.

What are Seymour's feelings after his escape attempt?

Seymour feels regret and fear after his escape attempt, realizing he is in danger from Pearl the Cat and Hoover, the vacuum cleaner.

How does Seymour eventually get back to safety?

Seymour gets back to safety when the Little Girl finds him just in time, rescuing him from Pearl and Hoover.

What lesson does Seymour learn by the end of the story?

By the end of the story, Seymour learns to appreciate what he already has, realizing that his life in the cage with a caring owner and his FuzzyBoy 360 wheel is perfect.

What message does Melanie Lynskey highlight at the end of the story?

Melanie Lynskey highlights the message of appreciating what you already have and feeling grateful for the life you live.

Why does Melanie Lynskey say she enjoys memoirs?

Melanie Lynskey says she enjoys memoirs because she finds people's stories fascinating, and in this case, she also finds hamster stories fascinating.