MONDAY- Loyalty Is Sweet

By DR Rawson

In the park at sunset, Bella sat on a bench, her very saddened heart heavy. Lily, her best friend, had shared a secret Bella trusted her with. As tears threatened, Candy, her fluffy dog, trotted over, nuzzling Bella’s hand. Candy’s eyes were big and trusting, her tail wagging happily. Bella smiled through her sadness.

Candy was always there, rain or shine, proving what loyalty truly meant. Friends, like Candy, stay by your side no matter what. Bella sighed, realizing she should forgive Lily. Candy’s unwavering love reminded her that loyalty was about always sticking together, even when mistakes were made.

TUESDAY - Resilience

By DR Rawson

The storm outside howled, shaking the windows. Inside, Sam and Ava huddled under a blanket. “I’m scared, this storm will get to us, we could get hurt” Ava warned.

Sam squeezed her hand. “It’s okay to be scared. But remember what Mom always says? ‘We’re strong, like the oak tree.’ We bend, but we don’t break.”

Ava nodded, taking a deep breath. “So even if the storm is loud, we’ll be okay?”

“Exactly,” Sam said. “We just have to keep going, even when things get tough.”

WEDNESDAY -  The Honest Path

By DR Rawson

Lily the cricket had a dilemma. She found a shiny, golden button by the pond, and it glittered in the sunlight like treasure. But as much as she admired it, she knew it wasn’t hers. Her legs trembled as she hopped toward Mr. Beetle’s workshop.

“Mr. Beetle, is this your button?” she asked, holding it out.

Mr. Beetle’s eyes lit up. “Why, yes! I’ve been searching everywhere for it! You’ve saved me, Lily.”

Lily smiled, her heart lighter. She realized then that being honest wasn’t just about telling the truth—it was about doing what’s right, even when it’s hard.

THURSDAY - The Kindness Jar

By DR Rawson 

In a small town, there was a little boy named Leo who loved to collect things. He was talking to his father and asked if he could start a new collection. He told his dad his idea for a Kindness Jar. He would put a little note in the jar whenever he did something kind. 

Soon, the jar was filled with kind words and happy moments. Leo soon realized that the more he gave kindness to others, the better he felt about himself and his life. As his large jar overflowed, so did his love for others and his happiness.

FRIDAY - Trustworthiness

By DR Rawson

Oliver held the jar of cookies behind his back as his mom walked into the room. “Oliver, did you sneak any cookies before dinner?” she asked, raising an eyebrow.

His face turned red, but he nodded slowly. “I took one. I’m sorry. I promise it won’t ruin my appetite.”

His mom smiled softly. “Thank you for being honest, son. I can always trust you to tell the truth, even when it’s hard.”

Oliver handed her the jar. “I won’t do it again.”

She kissed his forehead. “That’s what trust is about. I know you’ll do the right thing next time.”

SATURDAY - Thinking About The Way Back

By DR Rawson

Leo ventured into the magical woods near Paddington, eager to explore. He marveled at new sights but soon realized he was lost. In a clearing, a cricket sat atop a toadstool.

“You seem so lost. Are you?” asked Mr. Cricket.

Leo blinked in astonishment. “I might be. I need to find my village.”

Mr. Cricket replied, “Breathe, listen to the forest, and follow my antenna.”

Leo uncovered a hidden path beneath a leaf. Stepping on it, he saw his village ahead. Smiling, he muttered, “A cricket helped me?”

Sometimes, wisdom comes from unexpected places—if we’re willing to listen and look.

SUNDAY - Pirates And Adventures At Home

By Rick Allen

Nestled on the sofa with a pirate book between them, Joey’s excitement was palpable. ‘Can we read the pirate book!’ he exclaimed, his fingers tracing the vibrant illustrations. 

Joey’s dad’s voice brought the swashbuckling adventures to life. Joey imagined himself in the rigging, steering the ship through tumultuous seas and discovering hidden treasures. 

Reading transformed their rainy day into a thrilling escapade. 

Each story enriched Joey’s vocabulary and expanded his world, turning a simple evening into an extraordinary journey of imagination and bonding.