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Toby's Twinkling First Day

Toby tickled his toes as he woke to the sun, today was the day for new friends and fun.

A cozy bedroom with sunbeams shining through a window, a child with tousled hair stretching happily in bed.

With a hop and a skip, he dashed to his socks, some said school was cool, while others... well, balked!

A young boy happily putting on colorful socks, playful animals and toys scattered around the room.

Nervous as a newt, he pondered and thought, 'Will I make friends, or just sit like a plant in a pot?'

A thoughtful child in pajamas looking into a mirror, a small plush newt on the dresser.

His mom said, 'Fear not! You’re an adventurer bold! School’s like a treasure chest sprinkled with gold.'

A smiling parent in a colorful kitchen, encouraging her child with a packed lunchbox full of surprises.

With backpack in tow, he set off down the street, passing by Mister Moo's farm—a real treat!

A cheerful boy walking with a vibrant backpack, passing a farm with cows grazing and a barn.

'Moo!' said the cow, 'You’ll be splendid, you see! Just be who you are and let that be free!'

A talking cow with a bell around its neck, giving a friendly moo, surrounded by lush green grass.

At school, it was bustling, the kids were abuzz, like bees in a field full of flowers and fuzz.

A vibrant schoolyard filled with children playing games, buzzing around like bees.

In class, Toby's teacher was kind as can be, with glasses that twinkled, like stars from the sea.

A friendly teacher with twinkling glasses, standing in a colorful classroom decorated with stars.

She said, 'Welcome to class! We’ll learn and explore, with books full of magic and stories galore!'

A teacher in a classroom holding a magical-looking book, surrounded by eager students.

By lunch, Toby laughed with a friend named Sue, they talked about dragons and old castles too!

Two children sitting at a lunch table, laughing and sharing a colorful book about dragons.

When the bell rang at last, the day was complete, Toby waved goodbye with swift, happy feet.

A school bell ringing, children waving goodbye as they leave the school with smiles.

He found school was grand, like his mom said 'tis true, and he couldn’t wait for tomorrow anew!

A delighted child walking home with a big smile, looking forward to the next school day.

Reflection Questions

  • What are some ways Toby's friends and teacher helped him feel less nervous on his first day?
  • How can you be a good friend to someone who is new or feeling nervous?
  • What are some things that make you feel excited and ready for a new challenge, like Toby?

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