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The Witch and the Kind Knight

Once upon a time, in a lush green forest, there was a small cottage where a kind witch lived.

Introduction, witch's cottage, green forest setting

The witch spent her days mixing potions that healed the animals and plants. She loved helping everyone.

Witch making potions, helping animals and plants

Near the forest, there was a castle where a brave knight named Sir Rowan lived. He protected everyone.

Introducing knight, castle setting

One day, Sir Rowan met the witch as she was healing a bird. He watched in awe, amazed at her kindness.

Knight meets witch, sees her healing a bird

The knight asked, 'May I learn your healing magic?' The witch smiled and agreed to teach Sir Rowan.

Knight asks for healing magic lessons, witch agrees

They spent each morning gathering herbs and each afternoon brewing potions together in the forest.

Herb gathering, potion brewing lessons in the forest

The witch showed the knight how to listen to the whispers of nature and to respond with a caring heart.

Witch teaching empathy, listening to nature

As they worked, they became friends, helping not just the forest, but also the villagers in need.

Becoming friends, helping villagers

One day, a fearsome dragon threatened the land. Sir Rowan knew he had to protect everyone.

Dragon threat introduction, knight's resolve

The knight faced the dragon bravely. 'Please leave,' he asked, as the witch had taught him kindness.

Knight confronts dragon, shows kindness

To everyone's surprise, the dragon spoke. 'I'm lonely and hurt.' The knight saw the dragon's wounded wing.

Dragon speaks of loneliness, injured wing revealed

The witch and the knight worked together, healing the dragon's wing and offering companionship.

Healing the dragon's wing, offering friendship

The dragon became their friend, the forest was safe, and harmony was restored, thanks to kindness and courage.

Friendship with dragon, harmony restored

Reflection Questions

  • How did Sir Rowan feel when he first saw the witch's kindness in action?
  • Why do you think the witch agreed to teach Sir Rowan her healing magic?
  • What can we learn from the dragon once its real feelings were understood?

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