In a magical garden, a curious bunny named Binky discovers the wonders of a hidden, colorful world with the help of a friendly butterfly.
Age Recommendation
0 – 4 years
Characters
Characters:
- Binky (a curious and adventurous bunny)
- Flutter (a wise and friendly butterfly)
Story
Binky the bunny loved to explore. One sunny day, while hopping through the garden, he noticed something sparkling in the bushes. His little nose twitched with excitement as he hopped closer.
The Sparkling Discovery
Hidden behind the leaves, Binky found a tiny door. It was just big enough for him to squeeze through. On the other side, he met Flutter, a beautiful butterfly with wings that shimmered in the sunlight. “Hello, Binky!” said Flutter cheerfully. “Welcome to the hidden garden!”
A Rainbow of Colors
The hidden garden was filled with flowers of every color. Binky’s eyes widened with wonder. “Wow!” he exclaimed. “I’ve never seen so many colors!” Flutter fluttered around, showing Binky the red roses, yellow sunflowers, and bluebells. Everywhere he looked, the garden was alive with beauty.
Learning the Secrets
Flutter showed Binky how to gently touch the flowers without hurting them. He learned that each flower had its own special smell. Binky’s heart was full of joy as he sniffed and sniffed, giggling at the sweet fragrances. He felt so happy to be in this magical place!
The end.
Moral of the Story
The story teaches children about the joy of exploration and discovering new things, reminding them to appreciate the beauty in nature and to treat it kindly.
Questions to Think About
- What did Binky find in the bushes?
- How did Flutter help Binky explore the garden?
- What colors did Binky see in the garden?
- Why is it important to be gentle with flowers?
- What new things did Binky learn?
Do You Know
- Butterflies taste with their feet to find out if a plant is good to eat!
- Some flowers bloom only at night and are pollinated by moths and bats.
Word Explorer
- Explore: To go on an adventure and discover new places.
- Shimmer: To shine with a soft, glittering light.
- Fragrance: A sweet or pleasant smell.
Emotions in the Story
- Excitement: When Binky saw the sparkling in the bushes.
- Wonder: When Binky saw the colorful flowers in the hidden garden.
- Joy: When Binky learned the secrets of the garden with Flutter.
Color Your Scene
Imagine Binky standing in the middle of the colorful hidden garden, surrounded by flowers of red, yellow, and blue. Draw Binky with his big, curious eyes and Flutter flying above him, guiding him through this magical, colorful world.
Parents’ Corner
This story is a great way to talk to your child about:
Curiosity: Encourage your child’s natural curiosity by exploring nature together and asking questions about what they see.
Respect for nature: Discuss the importance of being gentle with plants and animals, just like Binky learned in the garden.
Appreciating beauty: Help your child notice the small, beautiful details in everyday life, fostering gratitude and mindfulness.
