Scene II
Reading edition
[In a schoolroom. A large sign at back of stage, “Kept After School.” Teacher at desk, several children in seats.]
Teacher:
Late today and late tomorrow, Tardiness will bring much sorrow.
Little Boo-Hoo:
I’m always late, what can I do, But cry again, Little Boo-Hoo.
Little Never-Care:
I’m the little boy who Never Cares, I even forget to say my prayers.
Miss Teaser:
I’m only known as Little Miss Teaser, Nothing ever is known to please her.
Mr. Never-Say-Please:
I am Mr. Never-Say-Please, I quite forget kind words like these.
Teacher:
To be on time, now is the rule, And I have kept you after school; But you’d better run home now without doubt, ’Tis Hallowe’en, the witches are out.
[The Witches are seen peeping in door or window.]
Children:
Ha, ha; ho, ho; we need some switches, To keep away the silly witches; To be disturbed we do not mean, When homeward bound on Hallowe’en.