Join little Poppy as she explores the garden at night and meets a twinkling friend among the stars.
Age Recommendation
0 – 4 years
Characters
Characters:
- Poppy (a curious little girl with a love for adventure)
- Sparky (a tiny star that twinkles brightly in the night)
Story
As the moon rose high in the starry sky, little Poppy tiptoed outside to the garden. She loved the night, when everything was quiet and the stars danced up above. Tonight, she noticed something special—a star that seemed to twinkle just for her. She waved at the star, and to her surprise, it winked back!
A twinkle in the night
Poppy gasped and clapped her hands. “Hello, little star!” she whispered. The star twinkled even brighter, casting a gentle glow over the garden. Poppy giggled. “I shall call you Sparky,” she decided, feeling a warm friendship blooming between them.
A magical chat
Sparky shimmered and sparkled, sharing stories of the sky. Poppy listened with wide eyes, imagining flying among the stars. “One day,” she said dreamily, “I’ll visit your sky world.” Sparky twinkled in agreement, promising to guide her way with its light.
Homeward bound
As the night grew deeper, Poppy yawned and hugged herself. “Goodnight, Sparky,” she whispered, waving softly. The little star twinkled a gentle farewell as Poppy tiptoed back to her cozy bed, her heart full of wonder and dreams of the night sky.
The end.
Moral of the Story
Even in the quiet of night, friendships can bloom, and the world can feel magical when we open our hearts to it.
Questions to Think About
- Why do you think Poppy felt happy to meet Sparky?
- How do you think Sparky felt when Poppy waved at it?
- What would you name a star friend if you met one?
- Can you imagine what it would be like to visit the stars?
- What other things can shine bright at night?
Do You Know
- Stars are very far away from us, but they shine bright enough that we can see them twinkling in the night sky!
Word Explorer
- Twinkle: A small, bright flicker of light, like a star in the sky.
- Friendship: A special bond between people (or stars!) who like and care for each other.
- Adventure: A fun and exciting experience or journey.
Emotions in the Story
- Wonder: Poppy felt wonder when she saw Sparky twinkling just for her.
- Happiness: Poppy felt happy when she named her new star friend Sparky.
- Dreaminess: Poppy felt dreamy as she imagined visiting Sparky’s sky world.
Color Your Scene
Imagine Poppy standing in her garden under a sky full of twinkling stars. Draw Poppy looking up at Sparky, the brightest star in the sky, with soft moonlight adding a gentle glow to the scene. Use lots of blues, silvers, and sparkly white for the stars!
Parents’ Corner
This story is a wonderful opportunity to talk about:
Imagination: Encourage your child to imagine their own adventures, perhaps envisioning what it’s like to wander among the stars.
Friendship: Discuss how new friendships can start with simple gestures, like a wave or a smile.
Nighttime Comfort: Help your child feel safe and curious about the night, easing any fears they might have.
Exploration: Highlight the joy of discovering new things, whether it’s in a garden or a starry sky.
