Join a curious bunny and a friendly bear as they explore a magical garden, discovering new friends and learning the value of kindness.
Age Recommendation
0 – 4 years
Characters
Characters:
- Hopper (a curious little bunny with big floppy ears)
- Breezy (a friendly bear with a gentle smile)
Story
In a meadow full of flowers, Hopper the bunny loved to hop around and explore. One sunny day, he met Breezy the bear by the edge of a magical garden. “Hello, Hopper!” said Breezy with a warm smile.
The Secret Garden Gate
They found a wooden gate hidden among the tall grass. “Let’s see what’s inside!” whispered Hopper excitedly. When they opened the gate, a world of bright colors and lovely scents greeted them. The garden was filled with dancing butterflies and twinkling fireflies.
Meeting New Friends
As they wandered through, Hopper and Breezy met a singing bird named Tweet and a wise old turtle called Shelly. “Welcome, dear friends!” chirped Tweet. Shelly nodded slowly, “Kindness is the magic that makes this garden grow.”
The Big Green Leaf
Suddenly, they noticed a big green leaf blocking the path. “We can move it together!” said Breezy. With Hopper’s quick hops and Breezy’s strong paws, they soon cleared the way. All their new friends cheered for them.
A Garden Full of Joy
As the sun began to set, golden light filled the garden. Hopper and Breezy smiled, knowing they had made the garden a happier place. “Let’s come back soon!” Hopper said, and they all agreed.
The end.
Moral of the Story
Kindness and teamwork make adventures joyful and help overcome challenges.
Questions to Think About
- Why do you think Hopper and Breezy wanted to explore the garden?
- How did they help clear the path?
- What makes the garden magical?
- Who were the new friends they met?
- Why is kindness important?
Do You Know
- Butterflies taste with their feet!
- Turtles have been on Earth for more than 200 million years.
Word Explorer
- Garden: A place where plants, flowers, and sometimes animals grow.
- Magical: Something that feels special and full of wonder.
- Kindness: Being friendly and caring to others.
Emotions in the Story
- Excitement: When Hopper and Breezy found the secret garden gate.
- Joy: Meeting new friends like Tweet and Shelly.
- Happiness: When they all worked together to clear the path.
Color Your Scene
Imagine the magical garden with its colorful flowers and fluttering butterflies. Draw Hopper and Breezy standing by the big green leaf, surrounded by their new friends. Use bright greens, blues, and yellows to show the garden’s beauty.
Parents’ Corner
This story is a wonderful opportunity to talk to your child about:
Kindness: Discuss how Hopper and Breezy shared their smiles and helped clear the path. Encourage your child to think of small ways they can show kindness at home or with friends.
Teamwork: Highlight how working together helped Hopper and Breezy overcome the obstacle. Ask your child about times when teamwork has helped them accomplish something.
Exploration: Inspire curiosity by exploring your backyard or a local park, discovering new plants or animals.
Friendship: Discuss how new friends like Tweet and Shelly made the adventure even more special, emphasizing the value of making friends.
