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The Brave Little Boy

Once upon a time, there was a little boy named Alex. He was very excited because it was his first day of school. He put on his backpack and waved goodbye to his mom as he walked to the bus stop.

A little boy with brown hair and a big smile. walking to the bus stop with his backpack

When Alex arrived at school, he met his new teacher, Mrs. Johnson. She greeted him and asked the class for their homework. Everyone except Alex raised their hand. He had forgotten to do his homework!

A little boy with brown hair and a big smile. and his classmates raising their hands, except Alex

Suddenly, there was a loud noise outside. Everyone turned their heads and saw a big crocodile walking towards the school. The students started screaming in fear.

The students screaming and looking at the A green, giant crocodile with sharp teeth.

But Alex knew he had to be brave. He took a deep breath and stepped forward. He closed his eyes and focused his mind. With his amazing power, he was able to control the crocodile!

A little boy with brown hair and a big smile. standing confidently with his eyes closed, controlling the A green, giant crocodile with sharp teeth.

The crocodile stopped moving and everyone was amazed. Alex gently led the crocodile away from the school and back into the wild where it belonged. The students cheered for Alex, grateful for his bravery.

A little boy with brown hair and a big smile. leading the A green, giant crocodile with sharp teeth. away as the students cheer

From that day on, Alex became a hero in his school. He always completed his homework and helped others whenever they were in need. He knew that being brave meant doing the right thing, even when it was hard.

A little boy with brown hair and a big smile. with a cape, being a hero in his school

What would you do if you forgot your homework like Alex? How do you think Alex felt when he controlled the crocodile? What does it mean to be brave?

Three questions about the story to improve social-emotional learning

Reflection Questions

  • What would you do if you forgot your homework like Alex?
  • How do you think Alex felt when he controlled the crocodile?
  • What does it mean to be brave?

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