A little squirrel named Squeaky and a brave mouse named Tumble discover the magic of a starry night and learn how to help each other dream big.
Age Recommendation
0 – 4 years
Characters
Characters:
- Squeaky (a curious squirrel who loves starry nights)
- Tumble (a brave mouse who dreams of adventures)
Story
On a warm night, Squeaky the squirrel looked up and saw the stars twinkling like little diamonds. His big bushy tail swished with excitement. “I wonder what it’s like to touch a star,” he thought. Just then, his friend Tumble the mouse scampered over with a tiny lantern, his eyes gleaming with dreams.
The Starry Adventure Begins
“Let’s go on an adventure,” said Tumble, his whiskers twitching with joy. Squeaky nodded eagerly. Together, they tiptoed through the grassy meadow, their hearts filled with wonder.
Climbing the Tall Oak
They reached the tall oak tree, its branches stretching toward the sky. Squeaky and Tumble climbed higher and higher, the wind whispering secrets of the night. “Look!” exclaimed Squeaky, pointing to a glowing star above.
Touching the Stars
“We can reach it!” Tumble squeaked, his tiny paws holding tight. Squeaky reached out, feeling the cool breeze of the night, and imagined touching a star. Though they couldn’t quite reach it, they felt the magic of dreaming big.
Back to Cozy Nests
As they climbed back down, Squeaky and Tumble realized they didn’t need to touch the stars to feel their wonder. They snuggled in their cozy nests, their hearts filled with the joy of an unforgettable night.
The end.
Moral of the Story
Dreams are magical, and sometimes the journey of dreaming is as special as reaching the stars themselves.
Questions to Think About
- What do you think Squeaky and Tumble felt when they looked at the stars?
- Why do you think they wanted to touch a star?
- How did Squeaky and Tumble help each other during their adventure?
- What would you like to dream about?
- Can you think of a time when you and a friend did something fun together?
Do You Know
- Stars are giant balls of gas, shining brightly in the sky millions of miles away!
- Squirrels are known for their bushy tails and love to jump from tree to tree.
Word Explorer
- Twinkle: The shiny, sparkling light that stars make in the night sky.
- Adventure: An exciting journey or experience.
- Meadow: A piece of open land with grass and flowers.
Emotions in the Story
- Excitement: When Squeaky and Tumble saw the twinkling stars.
- Joy: When they climbed the tall oak tree together.
- Contentment: When they returned to their nests after a magical night.
Color Your Scene
Imagine Squeaky and Tumble sitting on a high branch, looking at the twinkling stars above. Draw them with the tall oak tree, the sky filled with tiny sparkling stars, and a soft breeze dancing around them.
Parents’ Corner
This story is a great way to talk to your child about:
The beauty of dreaming: Encourage your child to imagine their own adventures and dreams, fostering creativity and curiosity.
Friendship and teamwork: Discuss how Squeaky and Tumble supported each other in their adventure, highlighting the importance of helping friends.
Appreciating nature: Use this story to engage your child in conversations about the beauty of the night sky and nature.
Finding joy in the journey: Talk about how the experience of reaching for the stars was wonderful, even if they couldn’t touch them.
