At my desk I sit with glee,
With my faithful dog beside me.
I rest my elbow on the shelf,
And dream of adventures to be had myself.

I am energetic and bold,
Just like a duck swimming in the pond,
With flapping wings, so light and free,
I feel so happy, just wait and see!

But sometimes when I spin around,
I feel a little dizzy, I'll admit it now,
And like an egg in its perfect shell,
I need a moment to catch my breath and well.

An envelope arrives with a special treat,
And I feel my spirits lift, can't be beat!
With excitement in my heart, I know,
This day will be filled with laughter and glow.

Reflections

1. What did the child do at their desk?
2. Who was with the child at the desk?
3. How did the child feel when they received the envelope?
4. What did the child do that made them feel dizzy?
5. How did the child feel when they were spinning around?
6. Who does the child compare themselves to in the story?
7. What makes the child feel happy in the story?