Once upon a time, in a land far away, there lived a fierce reptile named Croc. He had a long snout, sharp teeth, and a scaly body that sparkled in the sun. Croc was an endangered species, and everyone was afraid of him because of his fierce reputation.

One day, Croc was feeling very lonely because nobody wanted to be friends with him. He decided to go on an adventure to find someone who would appreciate him for who he is. He swam through rivers, climbed mountains, and crossed deserts, but no one wanted to be his friend.

Just when Croc was about to give up, he met a little girl who was lost. She was not afraid of him and asked if he could help her find her way home. Croc was so happy to finally have a friend that he agreed to help her. Together, they found her way back home, and from that day on, Croc had a new best friend.

From then on, Croc no longer felt lonely, and the little girl learned that just because someone looks different, it doesn't mean they can't be kind and friendly. They spent many happy days together, playing and exploring the wilderness. And every time Croc would roar, the little girl would giggle and say, "That's just my friend Croc, saying hello!"

The end.

Reflections

1. Why was Croc feeling lonely at the beginning of the story?
2. How did the little girl react when she first saw Croc?
3. What did the little girl learn about Croc after spending time with him?
4. How did Croc feel after he became friends with the little girl?
5. What message does the story send about judging people based on their appearance?