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Globo Discovers Earth Traditions

Once upon a time in outer space, there lived a friendly alien named Globo. Globo had traveled far and wide, exploring different planets, but there was one planet that fascinated Globo the most: Earth! Globo admired the beautiful blue oceans, the tall green trees, and the colorful cities. But what interested Globo the most were the Earth's people and their traditions. So, Globo decided to embark on a special mission to learn all about them!

A friendly alien with purple skin and big, curious eyes floating in space, looking down at Earth with wonder

Globo's spaceship landed in a small town where Earthling Emily lived. Emily was a kind and helpful girl who loved to share her knowledge. Globo and Emily became friends right away! As they walked together, Emily told Globo about a special celebration called a wedding. She explained how two people who love each other very much join together in a big party. Globo was amazed by the beautiful white dresses and the fancy cake that Emily described.

A friendly alien with purple skin and big, curious eyes and A kind girl with brown hair, bright blue eyes, and a warm smile walking hand-in-hand in a picturesque small town

Next, Emily showed Globo all about holidays. She told Globo about Christmas, a special time when families come together and decorate trees with twinkling lights. Globo's eyes widened with excitement as Emily mentioned the jolly man in a red suit called Santa Claus who brings gifts for children. Globo couldn't wait to experience his first Earth Christmas!

A friendly alien with purple skin and big, curious eyes and A kind girl with brown hair, bright blue eyes, and a warm smile decorating a Christmas tree, with wrapped gifts under it

Globo and Emily continued their adventure, exploring more traditions together. They discovered Halloween, a spooky holiday where people dress up in creative costumes and go trick-or-treating for candy. Globo laughed as Emily described how even adults got involved, too! They also learned about Thanksgiving, a time when families gather around a big table filled with delicious food and give thanks for all they have. Globo was amazed by the colorful feast Emily described.

A friendly alien with purple skin and big, curious eyes and A kind girl with brown hair, bright blue eyes, and a warm smile trying on Halloween costumes, surrounded by candy

After learning so much from Emily, Globo felt grateful for this newfound knowledge about Earth's traditions. Globo realized that even though people on Earth may be different from aliens like Globo, they all have beautiful customs that bring them joy and togetherness. Globo was grateful to have a friend like Emily who shared her world so willingly.

A friendly alien with purple skin and big, curious eyes and A kind girl with brown hair, bright blue eyes, and a warm smile sitting on a bench, smiling and holding hands

Reflection Questions

  • How did Globo feel about Earth's traditions?
  • What did Globo learn about weddings from Emily?
  • Name two holidays that Globo discovered with Emily.

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