A BAT that flies through the night,
A CAT that always lands just right.
A HAT that sits on top of your head,
A MAN who works until he’s in bed.

A MAT to lay upon the ground,
And RAT that scurries all around.
These words may seem quite simple and bare,
But together, a story they can share.

A man with a hat and a cat at his feet,
Sits on a mat, reading a book so sweet.
While a bat flies above and a rat runs below,
Together they show us a world that’s aglow.

So when you see these words, don't you frown,
Think of the adventures they can bring to your town.
And remember, in stories, these creatures all play,
Bringing joy and excitement to night and day!

Reflections

1. What does the man in the story do with his hat and cat?
2. What does the bat do in the story?
3. Where does the rat run in the story?
4. What is the man reading on the mat?
5. What does the story show about these six creatures and their world?
6. Can you think of any other creatures that could join BAT, CAT, HAT, MAN, MAT, and RAT on their adventures?