Emotions are our friends
by Molly Lindquist & AI
One sunny morning, Hippo woke up feeling very happy. He decided to share his happiness by throwing a big party for all his friends. He danced, laughed, and played games, making everyone around him feel joyful too. Happiness, he learned, grows bigger when shared.
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The next day, Hippo felt a little sad. He had lost his favorite toy. His friends noticed and came to help him look for it. Together, they found the toy, and Hippo realized that it's okay to feel sad because friends will always be there to help.
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One afternoon, Hippo felt angry when a bird accidentally knocked over his snack. He took a deep breath and counted to ten. The bird apologized, and they decided to share a snack together. Hippo learned that anger can be managed and forgiven.
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One night, Hippo felt scared of the dark. He hugged his teddy bear and remembered that everyone feels scared sometimes. When he turned on a small light, his fear went away. Hippo learned that facing our fears can make us feel brave.
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