Join Benny the Bear on his first adventure to explore a magical garden, where he meets a new friend and learns the value of kindness.
Age Recommendation
0 – 4 years
Characters
Characters:
- Benny the Bear (a curious, friendly bear with a fluffy coat)
- Flicker the Firefly (a tiny, glowing firefly with a big heart)
Story
Once upon a time, in a soft, cozy bed of leaves, Benny the Bear woke up from his nap. The sun was shining, and the birds were chirping a sweet melody. Benny stretched his paws and decided to explore the magical garden nearby. As he wandered, he noticed the colorful flowers swaying in the gentle breeze.
The Sparkling Glow
Suddenly, Benny saw a tiny sparkle in the air. It was Flicker the Firefly, flying around with a bright, glowing light. Benny smiled and said, “Hello, Flicker! Can I be your friend?” Flicker twinkled with joy and replied, “Oh yes, Benny! Let’s explore the garden together!”
A Garden Adventure
Together, they wandered through the garden, discovering hidden treasures. They found a sparkling stream and watched as the fish danced in the water. Benny giggled with happiness. “This is so much fun!” he said. Flicker nodded, glowing even brighter.
Sharing and Caring
As they continued exploring, Benny noticed a sad-looking flower drooping in the corner. He gently patted the flower with his paw and said, “Don’t worry, little flower. You’re beautiful!” Flicker added, “Your colors are as bright as my glow!” The flower perked up, feeling loved and special.
Heading Home
As the sun began to set, Benny and Flicker knew it was time to head home. Benny hugged Flicker and said, “Today was amazing! I learned that being kind makes everything better.” Flicker agreed, “Kindness makes the world glow brighter!”
The end.
Moral of the Story
Kindness can brighten anyone’s day and make the world a happier place.
Questions to Think About
- Why did Benny want to explore the garden?
- How did Benny and Flicker become friends?
- What did Benny and Flicker find in the garden?
- How did Benny help the sad flower?
- Why is kindness important?
Do You Know
- Fireflies use their glow to communicate with each other.
- Bears have an excellent sense of smell, which helps them find food.
Word Explorer
- Adventure: A fun and exciting journey.
- Glow: A soft and warm light that shines.
- Kindness: Being nice and caring to others.
Emotions in the Story
- Curiosity: When Benny woke up and wanted to explore the garden.
- Happiness: When Benny and Flicker found the stream and laughed together.
- Empathy: When Benny noticed the sad flower and wanted to help.
Color Your Scene
Imagine Benny and Flicker in the garden with colorful flowers and a sparkling stream. Draw Benny with his fluffy brown fur and Flicker glowing like a tiny yellow star. Don’t forget the bright, happy flowers and the shiny blue water of the stream.
Parents’ Corner
This story is a gentle introduction to the concept of kindness for your little one. Discuss how Benny and Flicker’s friendship was built on caring actions and words. Encourage your child to practice small acts of kindness, like sharing a toy or saying something nice to a friend. Highlight how these actions can make others, and themselves, feel happy and special.
