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How to Earn Money at Bedtime

Once upon a time, in a cozy little town called Sleepytown, there lived a little boy named Tommy. Tommy had a big dream - he wanted to buy a shiny red bicycle. He knew he needed money for that, so he decided to figure out how to earn money, even when he was in bed at night.

The story begins in Sleepytown with A determined little boy with messy dark brown hair and bright sparkling eyes, a determined little boy.

Tommy's first idea was to start a small snack business. He asked his mom if he could make delicious cookies to sell to his neighbors. His mom was thrilled with his idea and agreed to help him bake cookies. Together, they baked chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, and peanut butter cookies. The delicious smell filled the air.

A determined little boy with messy dark brown hair and bright sparkling eyes and his mom are in the kitchen baking cookies with piles of colorful cookies on trays.

The next night, Tommy set up a small table outside his house with a sign that said 'Tommy's Tasty Treats.' His neighbors couldn't resist the mouthwatering cookies and lined up to buy them. Tommy happily collected the coins and bills they gave him.

A determined little boy with messy dark brown hair and bright sparkling eyes is selling cookies at his colorful table with happy neighbors lined up to buy.

Tommy's second idea was to offer his help to people in the town. He went door to door, asking if anyone needed assistance with simple tasks like watering plants or walking their pets. His helpful nature made him popular, and people were happy to give him some money in return for his hard work.

A determined little boy with messy dark brown hair and bright sparkling eyes is seen helping neighbors by watering plants and walking a cute little dog.

Days passed, and Tommy's piggy bank began to fill up. But Tommy wanted to try one more idea. He loved drawing and coloring, so he started making beautiful hand-drawn cards. With his mom's help, he added colorful ribbons and decorations to make them extra special.

A determined little boy with messy dark brown hair and bright sparkling eyes is sitting at his desk, drawing and coloring cards with various art supplies around him.

Tommy's mom told him about an online marketplace where people sold handmade items, and they decided to give it a try. They took pictures of Tommy's cards and uploaded them on the website. Soon, orders started pouring in, and Tommy was thrilled.

A determined little boy with messy dark brown hair and bright sparkling eyes and his mom are seen using a computer, uploading pictures of his cards, while a box filled with packaged cards sits nearby.

With his hard work and determination, Tommy earned enough money to buy his shiny red bicycle. He was so proud of himself! Tommy learned that with creativity and a little effort, he could earn money even in the cozy comfort of his bed at night.

A determined little boy with messy dark brown hair and bright sparkling eyes is happily riding his shiny red bicycle with a big smile on his face.

Reflection Questions

  • 1. Why did Tommy want to earn money?
  • 2. What were the three ideas Tommy came up with to earn money?
  • 3. How did Tommy feel when he finally bought his shiny red bicycle?

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