Once upon a time, there was a young girl named Lily who lived on a homestead with her family. They worked hard every day to take care of their land and crops, but one year a drought struck and brought many hardships. Despite the difficult times, Lily's mother would recite poems and stories to her every night to keep their spirits up.

One day, while reciting one of her favorite poems, Lily discovered she had a gift for words and became a skilled storyteller herself. She would go from town to town, reciting her tales and spreading joy wherever she went. And when she returned home, she used the money she earned to help her family overcome the hardship and make their homestead even more prosperous.

The end.

Reflections

1. Why did Lily's mother recite poems and stories?
2. How did Lily become a skilled storyteller?
3. How did Lily help her family overcome hardship?
4. What did Lily learn about herself and her family through the experience?