Come little children, gather around,
Let me tell you a story that I have found,
About a world of wonder and fun,
With places to go and things to be done.

Let's start with your Home, cozy and warm,
A place where you feel safe from harm,
With toys and books and games to play,
And a bed to sleep in at the end of the day.

Next, let's go to the Store down the street,
Where you can find yummy treats to eat,
And toys and clothes to buy and wear,
And all kinds of things to make life easier to bear.

Now, let's jump in the Pool, oh what a blast,
Splashing around and having a blast,
Swimming and diving and playing games,
And staying cool from the sun's hot flames.

Then it's time to go to School, where we learn,
From reading and writing to math's great turn,
Science and art and music, too,
There's so much to discover, so much to do.

Let's hop on a Boat and set sail,
Exploring the ocean and catching the whale,
Feeling the wind in our hair, the sun on our skin,
And seeing all the wonders that lie within.

Finally, let's catch the Bus to go back,
To Home where we can relax,
And think about the day we've had,
Feeling grateful for all the fun we've had.

So little ones, remember this rhyme,
There's so much to do, so much to find,
And in each place we visit, we'll see,
The wonders and joys of life, all for free.

Reflections

Here are a few questions to ask kids to think about the story:

1. What was your favorite place or activity mentioned in the story, and why?
2. What is your favorite thing to do at home?
3. Have you ever gone to the store with your parents, and what did you like about it?
4. Do you like swimming in a pool, and what do you like to do in the water?
5. What is your favorite subject in school, and why do you like it?
6. Have you ever been on a boat before, and what did you see or do while on it?
7. Do you ride a bus to school or other places, and what do you like or not like about it?