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Snake's New Friends
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Story: Snake's New Friends (MEDIUM)
In the hot, sandy desert, lived a lonely snake named Sammy.
Sammy was different from other snakes.
He was friendly and loved to play.
But, he had no friends.
Every day, he would slither around the desert, hoping to find someone to play with.
One day, Sammy saw a group of meerkats playing.
He slithered over and said, "Hello, can I play with you?" The meerkats were scared at first, but Sammy showed them he was friendly.
They played all day, and Sammy was happy.
From that day on, Sammy was never lonely.
He had found his new friends.
Questions and Answers (6)
- Q: Who lived in the desert?
- A: Sammy
- Q: What was the snake's name?
- A: Snake
- Q: What did Sammy want?
- A: Friends
- Q: Who did Sammy meet in the desert?
- A: Meerkats
- Q: Were the meerkats scared of Sammy at first?
- A: Yes
- Q: What happened at the end of the story?
- A: He found new friends
Why is this worksheet educational?
The story of 'Snake's New Friends' is pedagogically valuable for several reasons.
Firstly, it introduces children to the concept of friendship and the importance of being open to making new friends.
This is a crucial social skill that children need to develop at a young age.
The story shows that even though Sammy is different, he can still make friends, teaching children the value of diversity and acceptance.
Secondly, the story is set in a desert, introducing children to a new environment and potentially sparking their interest in learning more about different habitats and the animals that live there.
This can lead to a broader understanding and appreciation of the world around them.
Thirdly, the story uses simple, repetitive language, making it accessible for young readers and helping them to build their vocabulary and comprehension skills.
The questions at the end of the story also encourage children to recall and reflect on what they've read, further enhancing their understanding and retention of the story.
Lastly, the story has a happy ending, reinforcing the positive message that friendship can be found in unexpected places.
This can help to build children's confidence and optimism.
Overall, 'Snake's New Friends' is a fun, educational story that children will enjoy reading and learning from.