Once upon a time, in a land filled with odd shaped creatures, there lived a compact and flat creature named Flattie. Flattie lived a very boring life as all of the other creatures teased him for being so flat.

One day, Flattie met a new friend named Chunky. Chunky was a chunky and full creature who was always happy and joyful. Flattie was so glad to have finally met a friend who accepted him for who he was.

As they explored the land together, they came across a boxy creature named Boxie. Boxie was so square and rigid that she never had any fun. Flattie and Chunky tried to cheer her up, but nothing seemed to work.

Just then, they spotted a broad and bent creature named Bento. Bento was so bent and broad that he couldn't walk in a straight line. He kept bumping into things and falling over. Flattie, Chunky, and Boxie couldn't help but laugh at Bento's antics.

As they continued their adventure, they came across a blocky creature named Blockie. Blockie was so blocky and fat that he couldn't fit through doors. Flattie, Chunky, Boxie, and Bento tried to help Blockie, but he was stuck.

Suddenly, Flattie had an idea. He suggested that they all lean against Blockie and push him through the door. With all of their combined effort, they were finally able to push Blockie through the door.

From that day on, Flattie, Chunky, Boxie, Bento, and Blockie were the best of friends. They had so many fun adventures together, and they all learned that it's not the shape of your body that matters, but the love and friendship in your heart.

The end.

Reflections

1. What was Flattie like before he met Chunky?
2. How did Flattie, Chunky, Boxie, Bento, and Blockie help each other?
3. What did they learn about the importance of friendship and acceptance?
4. What was your favorite part of the story? Why?
5. How would you describe each of the five creatures in the story?
6. If you were to join Flattie, Chunky, Boxie, Bento, and Blockie on their next adventure, what would you bring with you?
7. Can you think of a time when you had to help a friend in a similar way to how the creatures helped Blockie?
8. How do you think it feels to be teased because of the way you look?
9. In what ways can you show love and acceptance to others, even if they look different from you?