Benny was a small grey bunny with big blue eyes. His fur was always fluffed as if he had just woken up. Benny was new to the Sunflower Meadows, and he had not made any friends yet.

One sunny day, Benny hopped to the park, hoping to meet other animals. He saw playful squirrels and smiling ducks, but Benny felt too shy to say hello.

He hid behind a big oak tree and watched the squirrels chase each other. 'Looks like fun,' thought Benny, wishing he could join in.

Suddenly, a friendly squirrel stopped and waved. 'Hi! I'm Sammy. Want to play?' asked the squirrel. Benny froze. His heart thumped wildly.

'Umm... I... I'm Benny,' he finally managed to squeak out. There was a silence that felt like forever.

To Benny's surprise, Sammy just smiled. 'Nice to meet you, Benny! Let's race to the pond!' With that, the squirrel darted off.

Benny, realizing this was his chance to make a friend, hopped after Sammy, a little awkwardly at first, but then faster and faster.

At the pond, they found the ducks, who quacked cheerfully at Benny. 'Would you like to play tag with us?' one duck offered.

Benny felt nervous again, but then he remembered Sammy's kind face. 'I would love to!' Benny replied with a smile.

They played games all afternoon. Benny hopped, tagged, laughed, and realized he had forgotten to be shy.

As the sun began to set, Benny felt a warmth in his chest. 'I made friends today,' he thought proudly.

The animals waved goodbye. 'See you tomorrow, Benny!' they called. Benny hopped back home, his heart light and happy.