Part 2, Chapter 10 Summary

The snow that begins the night of Colin's exam lasts for days. A heavy, thick wet blanket of snow coats the entire village and town. Harry brings home parts from work to make a sled. After he constructs it, he takes Colin and Steven over to the park to go sledding.

Colin loves the activity but it frightens Steven. So much so, that he will not continue sliding down the hill even when tucked safely between Harry and Colin. The Savilles run into Stringer and his father, a man who wears only slacks and a sleeveless shirt even when sledding in winter.

Grandfather leaves in the spring to live with Harry's uncle. Before he leaves, he tells Colin to keep an eye on everyone. One afternoon, Colin makes a mistake that earns him a beating from his father. He takes Steven...