In the narrative of "Long Way Home" by Katie McGarry, there's a moment of reflection on a teacher's grading process. A character expresses frustration, noting that Ms. Whitlock took a significant amount of time to grade an assignment. This frustration is partly offset by acknowledging that they were late in submitting their work.

Despite the delays, the character recognizes the leniency and support shown by Ms. Whitlock. She went above and beyond by accepting their late submission, allowing collaboration, and ultimately giving them an A-plus, which emphasizes her understanding and generosity as an educator.