Once upon a time, there was a little house with a chimney. One day, a candle that lived on the mantelpiece of the fireplace got an exciting idea. The candle suggested to the other items in the room that they should have a surprise party for the sock that lived in the sock drawer.
The present, who was a wrapped box with a bow, was in charge of decorations. It hung a beautiful garland of lights around the room and placed candles all over the place. When the sock finally arrived at the party, it was so surprised and happy to see all the decorations!
But then, disaster struck. Just as everyone was about to sing "Happy Birthday" to the sock, one of the garlands of lights slipped into the fireplace and started a small fire. The candle quickly came up with a plan to save the day. It jumped off the mantelpiece and used its flame to light the chimney's draft, causing a gust of wind to blow out the fire.
Everyone cheered and continued the party, celebrating the clever and brave candle. From that day on, the candle was known as the hero of the house and the sock had the best birthday ever!

Reflections

1. Why did the candle want to have a party for the sock?
2. What was the present's role in the party?
3. How did the candle put out the fire in the fireplace?
4. Who became the hero of the house after the party?
5. How do you think the sock felt about the surprise party?