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Aadhan's New Friend

Aadhan walked into his classroom and saw a new face by the window.

Kind-hearted boy, brown skin, dark eyes, always smiling's first sight of his new classmate, school setting.

The new boy was drawing a picture of a big, bright sun.

Introduction of the new boy, engaged in an art activity.

Aadhan liked to draw too. He wondered if they could draw together.

Kind-hearted boy, brown skin, dark eyes, always smiling feels a connection, contemplates friendship.

He approached the new boy. 'Hi, I'm Aadhan. Can I draw with you?'

Kind-hearted boy, brown skin, dark eyes, always smiling introduces himself, willing to share activities.

The boy smiled. 'Sure! I'm Rehan. Let's make a big garden!'

New boy, olive-toned skin, bright green eyes, shy smile responds positively, suggesting a collaborative drawing.

Together, they drew flowers, trees, and many colorful butterflies.

Kind-hearted boy, brown skin, dark eyes, always smiling and New boy, olive-toned skin, bright green eyes, shy smile engage in creative collaboration.

Aadhan learned that Rehan had moved from far away and missed his old friends.

Kind-hearted boy, brown skin, dark eyes, always smiling discovers New boy, olive-toned skin, bright green eyes, shy smile's background and feelings.

'I can be your friend here,' Aadhan offered kindly.

Kind-hearted boy, brown skin, dark eyes, always smiling empathizes and extends an offer of friendship.

Rehan's eyes lit up. 'I'd like that very much,' he said.

New boy, olive-toned skin, bright green eyes, shy smile accepts the offer, emotional connection established.

From that day, Aadhan and Rehan played and learned together.

Friendship begins and strengthens over shared experiences.

They shared stories, swapped snacks, and built incredible toy castles.

The friendship deepens with shared stories and playtime.

Aadhan was glad he'd made a new friend. 'You make school fun,' he told Rehan.

Kind-hearted boy, brown skin, dark eyes, always smiling expresses his happiness with the new friendship.

Rehan beamed. 'And you made me feel so welcome here. Thanks, Aadhan!'

New boy, olive-toned skin, bright green eyes, shy smile expresses gratitude, cementing their bond.

Reflection Questions

  • Why do you think Aadhan wanted to draw with Rehan?
  • How can making a new friend change how someone feels about a new place?
  • What are ways we can show kindness to someone who is new and might feel lonely?

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