Bun was a small, fluffy dog with big brown eyes and a wagging tail. He loved exploring the world around him. Every day, Bun would go on a new adventure, finding interesting things in the park near his home. Today was a special day for Bun. He found a shiny, red ball in a bush.
Bun barked with excitement and started playing with the ball. It rolled down a hill, and Bun ran after it as fast as he could. The ball bounced into a stream, and Bun jumped in after it. The water was cool and refreshing, and Bun paddled along happily until he caught the ball in his mouth.
But Bun wasn’t done yet. He decided to take the ball to his friend, a playful squirrel named Nutmeg, who lived in the tallest tree in the park. Bun ran up to the tree and barked loudly. Nutmeg looked down and saw the ball. The squirrel scurried down and grabbed the ball with his tiny paws. Together, Bun and Nutmeg played catch until the sun set.
As the day ended, Bun took the ball back home and put it in his magic treasure chest. He was tired but happy, knowing that tomorrow would bring another exciting adventure.
Vocabulary
Fluffy – covered with soft fur or feathers.
Wagging – moving from side to side quickly.
Adventure – an exciting or unusual experience.
Bush – a plant with many small branches growing directly from the ground.
Stream – a small, narrow river.
Refreshing – making you feel less hot or tired.
Paddled – moved through water using your feet or hands.
Scurry – to move quickly with short steps.
Excitement – a feeling of great enthusiasm and eagerness.
Catch – a game where something is thrown and caught.
Shiny – reflecting light, bright or glossy.
Comprehension Questions
What did Bun find in the bush?
How did Bun react when he found the ball?
How does it feel to explore new places, whether in a park or somewhere else?
Who did Bun take the ball to?
What did Bun and Nutmeg do with the ball?
Discussion Questions
Why do you think Bun enjoys going on adventures?
Have you ever found something surprising while exploring? What was it?
What’s your favourite memory of playing outside as a child?
Have you ever made a new friend during an outdoor activity? What happened?
Why is it important to have friends like Nutmeg?
What do you enjoy most about spending time in nature?
How important do you think it is for people to spend time outside every day?
What kind of activities do you enjoy doing with your friends?
What other outdoor activities do you think are fun?
Have you ever had a favourite toy or object? What was it? Did you ever go on any adventures with it?
If you could go on an adventure like Bun, where would you go?