Dragonfly and ladybug,
Fluttering wings so bright,
They dance around the sunflowers,
In a garden of delight.

A football lands with a thud,
As children play and run,
But they stop to see a starfish,
Glistening in the sun.

Hotdogs sizzle on the grill,
And blueberries fill a bowl,
But the rainbow in the sky above,
Is the most beautiful thing to behold.

Raincoat on and off they go,
Splashing in the puddles with glee,
Until it's time for ice cream,
The perfect end to a day of jubilee.

So whether you're chasing dragonflies,
Or watching starfish by the shore,
Remember to stop and enjoy the little things,
That make life so much more.

Reflections

1. What were some of the different things the children saw and did throughout the story?
2. How did the dragonflies and ladybugs move around in the story, and what made them interesting to watch?
3. What was your favorite part of the story, and why?
4. What do you think it would be like to see a real rainbow or starfish in person?
5. How did the children feel at different points in the story, and why?
6. What is your favorite nature-related activity to do outside, and why?
7. How can we appreciate and take care of the little wonders in nature like the ones in the story?