Theo and the Big Pool
Theo is afraid of the deep water, but a patient friend helps him take one little step at a time.
The swimming pool was huge and blue. Theo stood at the edge, toes curled. The water looked so deep. ‘I can’t do it,’ Theo whispered. His knees were wobbling.
Ben the pony smiled kindly. ‘We’ll go slowly,’ he said. ‘First, just put your feet in.’ Theo sat on the side and dipped his toes. Splash! It was cool and nice.
Next, Theo stepped into the shallow end with a rubber duck. Otto the octopus swam beside him. ‘I’ll stay right here,’ said Otto. Theo kicked. Splash, splash, splash!
Day by day, Theo did more. He blew bubbles. He floated on his back, looking at the ceiling lights. He even put his face in the water. Each time, Otto cheered.
At last, the day came. Theo pushed off the wall and swam, all by himself, across the pool. ‘I’m swimming!’ he shouted. Everyone applauded. Theo had never felt so proud.
The little lesson
Small steps make big things possible.
Let’s talk about it
- What is something you were scared to try?
- What did Theo do first?
Finish stories to collect Theo as a sticker in your Sticker Book.
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