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Beware of Cat Sign

This object symbolizes the wild and vicious nature of the Herdman children. The Herdman family's lawn has this object on it, signifying the fear with which the townspeople view the Herdmans and the occupants of their house.

Library

This object symbolizes an intrinsic motivation to gain knowledge. None of the Herdman children have ever had any contact with this object. When the Herdman clan becomes upset about evil King Herod, they want to know what becomes of him, since the Christmas story in the Bible only mentions him briefly. Their passion about the subject is so great that they are motivated to come into contact with this object for the first time.

Pageant

This object symbolizes time-honored traditions within a particular community and how these types of traditions can begin to lose their meaning if they are not updated or at least reflected upon...

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