A magical night unfolds when Leo the Lion and Stella the Star meet. Together, they discover the beauty of the night sky and form a sparkling friendship.
Age Recommendation
0 – 4 years
Characters
Characters:
- Leo the Lion (a friendly, curious lion cub)
- Stella the Star (a twinkling, cheerful star)
Story
Once upon a time, in a quiet jungle, little Leo was staring up at the night sky. He saw the stars twinkling brightly and wondered, “What are those shining lights?” Just then, one of the stars began to sparkle more than the others.
The Star’s Special Shine
The star that sparkled brightly was Stella. Stella winked at Leo and said, “Hello, Leo! I’m a star, and I watch over the jungle every night.” Leo was amazed. He had never talked to a star before.
A Nighttime Adventure
Leo asked Stella, “Can you tell me about the sky?” Stella giggled and said, “Of course! Up here, we have the moon, the planets, and many stars like me. We dance around the sky to make it pretty for you.” Leo listened carefully, his eyes wide with wonder.
The Friendship Sparkles
As the night went on, Leo and Stella became friends. Leo shared stories of the jungle, and Stella shared stories of the sky. They laughed and learned from each other. Leo felt happy to have a friend in the sky.
Goodnight, Jungle
Finally, it was time for Leo to sleep. He yawned and snuggled close to his favorite tree. Stella whispered, “Goodnight, Leo. I’ll be here, shining bright.” Leo smiled and drifted off to sleep, knowing his friend was watching over him.
The end.
Moral of the Story
Friendship can be found in the most unexpected places. Always be curious and open to meeting new friends.
Questions to Think About
- Why do you think Leo wanted to talk to Stella?
- What did Leo learn from Stella?
- How do you think Leo felt when he made a new friend?
- What do you imagine the sky looks like?
- Have you ever made a friend in a surprising way?
Do You Know
- Stars are giant balls of gas that shine brightly in the sky.
- Lions are often called the “King of the Jungle” because of their strength and courage.
Word Explorer
- Twinkle: To shine with a flickering light.
- Curious: Eager to learn or know something new.
- Snuggle: To cuddle closely for warmth or comfort.
Emotions in the Story
- Curiosity: When Leo looked up at the stars and wondered about them.
- Happiness: When Leo and Stella became friends and shared stories.
- Contentment: When Leo snuggled up and felt safe knowing Stella was watching over him.
Color Your Scene
Imagine Leo looking up at the sky filled with twinkling stars and a big, bright moon. Draw Leo sitting under his favorite tree, with Stella sparkling above him. Use lots of blues, whites, and yellows to make the night sky come alive!
Parents’ Corner
This story is a perfect opportunity to discuss the value of curiosity and forming friendships in unexpected places. Encourage your child to ask questions and explore their environment. Highlight how Leo’s curiosity led him to a new friend and how Stella’s openness to sharing her world created a lasting bond. Use this story to foster a sense of wonder and the joy of discovering new connections.
