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Whale In The City
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Story: Whale In The City (MEDIUM)
In the heart of a bustling city, a young girl named Lily found a lost baby whale.
The whale was blue, as big as a bus, and had a heart full of love.
Lily named him Whaley.
Whaley was far from his ocean home, but he loved Lily.
Lily loved Whaley too.
She wanted to help him find his way back to the ocean.
Every day, Lily and Whaley explored the city.
They saw tall buildings, noisy cars, and many people.
But no ocean.
One day, they found a big park with a large pond.
"This is not the ocean, but it's water," said Lily.
Whaley splashed happily in the pond.
He missed the ocean, but he loved being with Lily.
Lily promised Whaley, "I will find your ocean home." And Whaley knew, with Lily's love, he would find his way home.
Questions and Answers (10)
- Q: Who is the main character in the story?
- A: Lily
- Q: What did Lily find in the city?
- A: a lost baby whale
- Q: What did Lily name the baby whale?
- A: Whaley
- Q: Where did Whaley come from?
- A: the ocean
- Q: What did Lily and Whaley explore every day?
- A: the city
- Q: What did they find one day?
- A: a big park with a large pond
- Q: Where did Whaley splash happily?
- A: in the pond
- Q: What did Lily promise Whaley?
- A: to find his ocean home
- Q: What did Whaley miss?
- A: the ocean
- Q: What did Whaley know because of Lily's love?
- A: he would find his way home
Why is this worksheet educational?
The story "Whale in the City" is educational for several reasons.
Firstly, it introduces children to the concept of empathy and love.
Through Lily's actions, you can see how she cares for Whaley, showing children the importance of kindness and compassion.
Secondly, the story encourages problem-solving.
Lily is determined to help Whaley find his way back to the ocean, which can inspire children to think creatively and persistently when faced with challenges.
Thirdly, the story exposes children to different elements of a city, expanding their understanding of the world around them.
Fourthly, the story subtly introduces the concept of habitats, as Whaley is a sea creature found in a city, which can spark discussions about where different animals live.
Lastly, the story is written in simple, repetitive language, making it accessible for young readers and helping them build their reading skills.
The questions following the story further enhance comprehension and recall skills, as children are encouraged to remember and understand what they've read.