In the bush, where the robin flies,
Lived an elder, ancient and wise.
He told stories of tradition and culture,
And feats of ingenuity, with every adventure.

One day, the robin was enraged,
And the elder knew something had changed.
He asked the bird, "What's wrong, my friend?"
And the robin replied, "I don't want this to end."

"I want to take a journey, to explore and see,
The world beyond the bush, where I can be free.
But I don't know if I have the ingenuity,
To leave behind this place of familiarity."

The elder smiled and said, "I understand,
The fear of leaving your native land.
But taking a step towards the unknown,
Can leave you feeling refreshed and grown."

"Going beyond is a tradition of our culture,
An ancient practice that will give you nurture.
With every step, you'll gain new insight,
And return with knowledge that feels just right."

So the robin set out on a journey to explore,
And found the world beyond, full of so much more.
With new traditions and cultures to embrace,
The robin returned refreshed and with a newfound grace.

Reflections

1. Who is the main character in the story and what is their goal?
2. What did the elder teach the robin about tradition and culture?
3. How did the robin feel before and after embarking on their journey?
4. What did the robin learn from exploring beyond the bush?
5. How did the robin's journey help them grow and gain new insights?
6. What can we learn from the robin's journey and the elder's guidance?
7. What other adventures do you think the robin might have in the future?
8. Can you think of a time when you stepped outside your comfort zone and learned something new?