Once upon a time, there was a small island surrounded by the ocean. The island was home to many animals, plants, and people who lived happily together. But one day, they heard that a big storm was coming their way. The storm was called a hurricane, and it could bring strong winds, heavy rain, and a dangerous storm surge.

The people on the island were worried, but they knew they had to be prepared. The weatherman announced a hurricane watch, which meant that a hurricane might come soon, and the people should get ready. The animals started to gather food and supplies, and the people went to the stores to buy what they needed. They also made sure their houses were strong and secure, so they would be safe from the wind and rain.

As the storm got closer, the weatherman announced that it had become a tropical depression, which meant that it was weaker than a hurricane, but still strong enough to cause damage. The people on the island knew they had to be careful.

The storm arrived and it was very windy and rainy. The wind was so strong that it knocked over trees and broke windows. But the people and animals were safe in their houses. The storm surge was the most dangerous part of the storm. It was a big wave that could come into the island and flood everything. The people and animals had to be extra careful and stay away from the water.

After a few hours, the storm passed, and the sun came out. The people and animals went outside to see what had happened. They were relieved to see that their houses were still standing, and their island was still there. They had been worried about the air pressure, which is what makes our ears pop when we go up or down in a plane. The air pressure can change during a storm and make it hard for people to breathe, but this time, it was not too bad.

The people and animals on the island worked together to clean up the mess left by the storm. They were happy that they were all safe and that their island was still beautiful. They learned that it was important to be prepared and work together, especially when a storm was coming. And from that day on, they always made sure to be ready for any storm that might come their way.

The end.

Reflections

1. What was the storm called that was coming to the island?
2. What was a hurricane watch and what did it mean?
3. What was a tropical depression?
4. What was the most dangerous part of the storm?
5. Why was the air pressure important during the storm?
6. What did the people and animals on the island do to prepare for the storm?
7. How did the people and animals work together during and after the storm?
8. What did the people and animals learn from the storm?
9. Why is it important to be prepared for a storm?
10. What can we learn from the story about working together and being prepared for emergencies?