Penny the Penguin loves bedtime stories, but one night, she discovers a magical book that takes her on a dreamy adventure of flying kites with the stars.
Age Recommendation
0 – 4 years
Characters
Characters:
- Penny the Penguin (a curious little penguin who loves stories)
- Mr. Moon (a wise and twinkling moon who guides Penny)
- Starry (a friendly star who loves to play)
Story
Penny the Penguin sat snugly in her cozy nest, listening to her favorite bedtime story. She loved how the words danced around her like a gentle lullaby. But tonight, something special happened. As she turned the last page of her storybook, it began to glow!
The Magical Book’s Secret
Penny blinked in surprise. The book whispered softly, inviting her to step inside. She closed her eyes and whisked away into a dreamy world. She found herself surrounded by twinkling stars and a big, bright Mr. Moon.
Flying Kites with the Stars
“Hello, Penny!” sang Mr. Moon. “Would you like to fly kites with the stars tonight?” Penny giggled with delight as Starry handed her a shimmering kite. They soared through the sky, the kites trailing sparkling tails behind them.
The Journey Home
As the night grew sleepy, Mr. Moon gently guided Penny back to her nest. “Thank you for the magical adventure,” Penny said with a yawn. She snuggled back into her bed, her heart full of starry dreams.
The end.
Moral of the Story
Imagination can take you on the most magical adventures, even from your very own bed.
Questions to Think About
- What kind of adventures do you think Penny will have next?
- How do you imagine flying a kite with the stars would feel like?
- What stories do you love to hear before bed?
- How would you describe Mr. Moon and Starry?
- What other magical objects would you like to find in a book?
Do You Know
- Penguins can’t actually fly, but they are excellent swimmers!
- The stars we see in the sky are really big suns, very far away!
Word Explorer
- Glowing: Shining with a soft, warm light.
- Whispered: Spoke very softly.
- Shimmering: Shining with a flickering light.
Emotions in the Story
- Surprise: When Penny’s book began to glow.
- Delight: When Penny flew kites with the stars.
- Contentment: When Penny returned to her cozy nest, full of dreams.
Color Your Scene
Imagine Penny and Starry flying kites under the twinkling night sky. What colors are their kites? Can you see the stars sparkling? Draw this magical moment with lots of bright colors!
Parents’ Corner
This story can help introduce your child to the joy of reading and the power of imagination. Discuss how even in a simple bedtime story, we can find adventures and learn new things. Encourage your child to come up with their own stories, fostering creativity and storytelling. Share your own favorite childhood stories to create a bedtime tradition full of wonder and dreams.
