A curious little bear discovers a magical forest where the stars sing lullabies. Join him on his journey as he learns the value of friendship and bedtime routines.
Age Recommendation
0 – 4 years
Characters
Characters:
- Benny Bear (a curious and friendly little bear)
- Twinkle Star (a magical star who loves to sing)
Story
Once upon a time, in a cozy little cave, there lived a curious bear named Benny. Every night, Benny would look up at the sky and wonder about the twinkling stars. One night, he decided to find out where those stars came from.
The Singing Stars
Benny walked through the forest. The trees whispered secrets, and the moon’s glow lit his path. Suddenly, he heard a soft melody. It was a star, shining bright and humming a gentle tune. “Hello, Benny!” said the star. “I’m Twinkle, and I sing lullabies to help little ones sleep.”
A Magical Forest
Twinkle invited Benny to follow. They arrived at a magical part of the forest where stars danced and sang in the sky. Benny was amazed and watched with wide eyes. “Can I sing with you?” Benny asked, feeling excited.
Bedtime Lullabies
Twinkle nodded and began to sing. Benny joined in, his voice soft and sweet. As they sang together, Benny felt sleepy. Twinkle smiled and said, “It’s time to go home, Benny. Sweet dreams await.”
Home Sweet Cave
Benny returned to his cave, feeling happy and content. He cuddled into bed, closed his eyes, and drifted off to sleep with the sound of stars singing in his heart.
The end.
Moral of the Story
This story teaches us about the importance of exploring the world with curiosity and how bedtime routines can be comforting and magical.
Questions to Think About
- What makes Benny curious about the stars?
- How does Twinkle help Benny feel sleepy?
- Why do you think singing can be comforting at bedtime?
- What is your favorite bedtime routine?
- If you could meet a magical star, what would you ask it?
Do You Know
- Stars are giant balls of gas that shine in the sky. They are very far away!
- The moon and stars can help light up the night sky, making it less dark.
Word Explorer
- Curious: Wanting to learn or know more about something.
- Lullaby: A soft song that helps someone fall asleep.
- Magical: Something that seems like it is done by magic.
Emotions in the Story
- Curiosity: Benny felt curious when he looked at the stars and wanted to know more about them.
- Excitement: Benny felt excited when he heard the stars singing and wanted to join in.
- Contentment: Benny felt content and happy after singing and returning to his cozy cave.
Color Your Scene
Imagine Benny and Twinkle in the magical forest. Draw Benny singing under the twinkling stars. Use bright yellow for the stars and a soft blue for the night sky. Don’t forget to color Benny’s fur and the green trees around him!
Parents’ Corner
This story is a wonderful way to talk to your child about:
Curiosity: Encourage your child to ask questions and explore their world, just like Benny.
Bedtime routines: Discuss the importance of having a soothing bedtime routine to help them feel calm and ready for sleep.
Appreciation for nature: Talk about the beauty of stars and nature and how they can be a source of wonder and peace.
Friendship: Highlight how Benny and Twinkle’s friendship made their adventure special and how friends can help us feel safe and happy.
