Little Benny the bear cub was nervous about the dark, but with the help of his glowing friend, Luna the firefly, he discovered the magic of nighttime.
Age Recommendation
0 – 4 years
Characters
Characters:
- Benny (a curious bear cub who is afraid of the dark)
- Luna (a friendly firefly with a bright glow)
Story
Once upon a time, in a cozy forest, there was a little bear cub named Benny. Benny loved playing all day under the sun, but when the sky turned dark, he felt a bit scared. One evening, as Benny cuddled close to his favorite blanket, he saw a soft glow nearby. It was Luna, a friendly firefly who loved to shine bright.
A Shimmer in the Night
Benny blinked at the glowing light. “Who are you?” he asked. “I’m Luna,” said the firefly, twinkling brightly. “I can show you that the night is full of magic!” Benny was curious but still a little scared. Luna promised, “With me by your side, you’ll see the night isn’t so scary.”
The Forest’s Secret Lights
Luna danced in the air, leaving a trail of sparkling light. Benny followed her, feeling a bit braver with each step. Together, they discovered twinkling stars in the sky and the moon casting a gentle light over the forest. Benny saw friendly shadows and heard the soft hoot of an owl nearby.
Finding Comfort in the Dark
Benny was amazed. “The night is like a big, sparkly blanket,” he giggled, feeling happier. Luna smiled, “See? The night has its own special beauty.” Benny realized that with Luna’s glow, the dark wasn’t so scary after all.
Benny cuddled up under the stars, with Luna by his side. He closed his eyes, feeling safe and snug, ready to dream of more adventures.
The end.
Moral of the Story
Don’t be afraid to explore new things. With a little help and courage, you can find magic where you least expect it.
Questions to Think About
- What was Benny scared of at first?
- How did Luna help Benny feel better?
- What magical things did Benny see in the night?
- Why is it important to try new things?
- Can you think of a time when you felt brave?
Do You Know
- Fireflies use their glow to talk to each other and find friends.
Word Explorer
- Glowing: Shining with a soft light.
- Curious: Wanting to learn or know about something.
- Brave: Feeling or showing no fear.
Emotions in the Story
- Fear: Benny felt scared when it became dark.
- Curiosity: Benny was curious about the glowing light.
- Happiness: Benny felt happy and safe under the night sky.
Color Your Scene
Imagine Benny and Luna in the forest, with the stars shining above and the moon casting a gentle glow. Draw the night scene using dark blues for the sky, bright yellow for Luna’s glow, and soft white for the stars.
Parents’ Corner
This story is a wonderful way to help your child understand:
Overcoming fears: Discuss how Benny learns to see the night as something magical instead of scary.
Friendship: Talk about how Luna supports Benny and makes him feel safe.
Exploration: Encourage your child to be curious and explore new things, just like Benny did with Luna.
Appreciating nature: Discuss the beauty of nature at night, like stars and the moon.
