Out on the sea so wide and blue,
A captain sailed with a trusty crew,
Their ship was strong, their hearts were true,
But danger lurked, as it often do.

One stormy day, the wind did howl,
And waves rose high like a mountain's jowl,
The ship was tossed and turned about,
But the captain did not shout.

He hoisted the sail, he manned the wheel,
He barked his orders with steely zeal,
The crew scrambled to mend the rigging,
With evidence of the storm's true rigors.

The lifeboat was ready, just in case,
But the captain knew, he had to face,
The storm head-on, with all his might,
And steer the ship to safety's light.

The anchor was dropped, the ship did dock,
And the crew breathed a sigh, like a ticking clock,
For they knew, with the captain at the helm,
They were safe, no longer overwhelmed.

So young ones, when you're out at sea,
Remember the captain's bravery,
And when life's storms come your way,
Be brave and steadfast, come what may.

Reflections

1. What did the captain and crew do when the storm hit?
2. Why was it important for the crew to work together to mend the rigging?
3. How did the captain's bravery and leadership help the crew during the storm?
4. What would you do if you were on a ship and a storm hit?
5. Why is it important to be prepared for unexpected situations like storms, even in our daily lives?