Once upon a time, there was a young girl named Maria who loved to dance. She would dance everywhere she went, whether it was in her room or in the park. One day, Maria was walking through town when she heard music coming from a nearby plaza. She followed the sound and found a big crowd of people dancing to the beat of a live band.

Maria was so excited to join in the fun, but she felt a little nervous about dancing in front of such a big crowd. That's when she remembered her abuela (grandma) telling her that confidence comes from within. So, Maria closed her eyes and let the music take over. She started to pound the ground with her feet and twirl around.

The crowd couldn't help but notice Maria's amazing dancing skills and they soon joined in, creating a beautiful dance party. Maria's abuela was especially proud of her granddaughter and was the first to give her a big hug and kiss. From that day on, Maria wasn't afraid to dance in front of anyone and everyone loved to watch her perform. The end.

Reflections

1. What did Maria's abuela tell her about confidence?
2. Why was Maria nervous about dancing in front of the crowd?
3. How did the crowd react to Maria's dancing?
4. Why was Maria's abuela proud of her granddaughter?
5. How did Maria feel after dancing in front of the crowd?