In the quiet of the night, a little bear named Tumble wants to find the twinkling stars. With the help of his friend, a wise old owl, Tumble embarks on a magical journey.
Age Recommendation
0 – 4 years
Characters
Characters:
- Tumble (a curious little bear who loves the night sky)
- Whisper (a wise old owl who knows many secrets of the night)
Story
On a soft, moonlit night, Tumble the bear looked up at the sky. He saw the stars twinkling like tiny diamonds. “I wish I could touch the stars,” he said with a sigh. Just then, Whisper the owl fluttered down beside him. “I can show you the way to the stars,” Whisper hooted softly.
Following the Moonlit Path
Tumble’s eyes sparkled with excitement. “Really?” he asked. Whisper nodded wisely. “Follow me, little bear.” Together, they walked through the forest, where the moon painted silvery paths on the ground. Tumble felt the cool night air and heard the gentle rustling of the leaves.
A Bridge of Stars
Soon, they reached a clearing. Whisper pointed up. “See the stars? They make a bridge in the sky.” Tumble gasped. The stars seemed to form a path, twinkling in a magical dance. “How do I walk on the stars?” Tumble wondered aloud.
Dreams and Stars
“Close your eyes and dream,” Whisper said. So Tumble closed his eyes and imagined he was walking on the starry bridge. He felt the stars under his paws, warm and twinkling. “It’s like a dream!” he giggled. Whisper smiled, “Dreams can take you anywhere, Tumble.”
The end.
Moral of the Story
Dreams can take you on magical adventures and help you reach for the stars, even when you are small.
Questions to Think About
- What do you think Tumble felt when he saw the stars?
- How did Whisper help Tumble on his journey?
- What would you wish to see in the night sky?
- Do you have a friend like Whisper who helps you explore?
- How can you use your imagination to go on adventures?
Do You Know
- The stars we see at night are really huge balls of burning gas, far away in space!
Word Explorer
- Twinkle: To shine with a flickering or sparkling light.
- Moonlit: Lit by the light of the moon.
- Whisper: A soft, gentle sound made by speaking very quietly.
Emotions in the Story
- Curiosity: When Tumble wanted to know more about the stars.
- Excitement: When Whisper showed Tumble the path of stars.
- Joy: When Tumble imagined walking on the stars.
Color Your Scene
Imagine Tumble standing on a hill, looking up at a sky full of bright, twinkling stars. The moon is big and round, casting a gentle light over everything. Draw this scene and use lots of silver and blue to color the night sky!
Parents’ Corner
This story is a great way to talk to your child about:
Imagination: Encourage your child to use their imagination to explore new places and ideas.
Friendship: Discuss how Whisper helps Tumble, showing the value of having friends who guide and support us.
Curiosity: Nurture your child’s natural curiosity by exploring the world around them together and asking questions.
