Hello, friends! Today, we’re going to have a fun story time with Ryan and Craig. They are reading a book called “I Love You Already” by Jory John and Benji Davies. It’s a story about a Duck who really wants his friend Bear to love him back. Let’s dive into the story!
Bear loves to spend his weekends relaxing at home. But guess what? His neighbor, Duck, has other plans! Duck knocks on Bear’s door and wants to go for a walk. Bear is a bit grumpy because he just wants to relax, but Duck is full of energy and excitement!
Duck insists that Bear comes along for a walk. Bear isn’t too happy about it, but Duck is determined to have fun together. Duck tries to make Bear enjoy the day by offering ice pops and pointing out the lovely clouds. But Bear just wants some quiet time alone.
Even though Bear seems annoyed, Duck keeps trying to make Bear happy. Duck wants Bear to like him, but Bear already likes Duck! Bear even says, “You’re like my brother.” Isn’t that sweet?
Duck has lots of silly ideas to impress Bear, like running really fast, juggling apples, and even eating a bug! But Bear just wants to relax. Duck doesn’t give up, though. He keeps trying to make Bear smile.
In the end, Bear tells Duck, “I love you already!” Duck is so happy to hear that. Now they can enjoy morning walks together every day because they live right next door to each other. What a perfect friendship!
We hope you enjoyed this story about Bear and Duck’s friendship. Remember, even if friends can be a little annoying sometimes, they are still special and fun to have around!
Friendship Role Play: Gather in pairs and pretend to be Bear and Duck. One of you can be Bear who wants to relax, and the other can be Duck who is full of energy. Try to come up with fun activities that both Bear and Duck would enjoy doing together. Afterward, share with the group what activities you chose and why they would make both friends happy.
Nature Walk Adventure: Take a short walk around your school or home with a friend or family member. Look for things that Bear and Duck might see on their walk, like clouds, trees, or small animals. Draw a picture of your favorite thing you saw and explain why Bear and Duck would like it too.
Animal Observation: Choose either a duck or a bear and learn more about them. You can watch a short video or look at pictures of your chosen animal. Then, share one fun fact you learned with the class. For example, if you chose ducks, you might talk about how they swim or communicate with quacks.
Sure! Here’s a sanitized version of the transcript:
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Hey, I’m Ryan, and I’m Craig. Welcome to Story Time with Ryan and Craig! Today’s book is “I Love You Already” by Jory John and Benji Davies. Duck just wants Bear to love him back.
Let’s get started!
“I Love You Already” by Jory John and Benji Davies.
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I really love spending lazy weekend mornings around my house. I wonder what Bear is up to. Perfect! I have everything I need to spend a pleasant day by myself.
*Knock, knock*
It’s Duck from next door!
Come on, buddy, what is it?
Look, I’m busy.
You don’t look busy! Besides, we’re going for a walk, friend. No arguments!
That is so frustrating! Once you settle into something comfortable, someone comes along with an annoying request.
I think we should switch voices.
I’ll be Bear, you be Duck.
Ryan, we’ve already read a bunch of the book. You’re sounding great as Duck!
I got my Bear voice. I’m centered.
Let’s just keep it the way it is.
I say let’s change it up!
No, keep it the way it is.
Change it up or keep it the way it is?
We’ll circle back.
No need to circle back; it’s already been decided. We’ll just keep it the way it is.
I can email you! We can spend some quality time together.
No! I’ll tell you my life story.
No, you’ll tell me your life story.
No, we’ll get some exercise!
Well, look at the clouds!
No, I’ll tell you my life story.
You already said that!
But maybe you’ll like me more.
I like you already, Duck!
I’m not taking no for an answer, Bear. We’re having fun whether you want to or not!
Oh, come on!
Take a look around, Bear. Who wants to be alone on a day like this?
Me!
Nonsense! Would you like an ice pop, Bear?
I suppose…
Isn’t this nice?
No!
Pleasant?
No!
Lovely?
No!
Wonderful?
No!
The absolute best morning you’ve ever had?
No!
Pleasant?
You already said that!
I just want you to like me, Bear.
I like you already!
Oh, this Duck is so frustrating! It’s like, get the message! No one wants to have to repeat themselves over and over.
Okay, totally circling back. What are your thoughts on switching up those voices?
We’ve been through this!
Come on, man! We’re halfway through the book. You’re totally into your Duck voice, and I’m into my Bear voice. Let’s just keep them how they are or change them up!
Keep them how they are!
Come on, change them up!
Keep them how they are!
We’ll circle back.
No, no need to circle back!
But I also like quiet time by myself. If you need me, I’ll be relaxing by that tree.
I’m bored already!
Now this is pleasant!
Yes, Bear!
Duck, are you okay?
Why do you care?
What do you mean? You’re my best friend!
You’re like my brother.
Yeah, right!
I should have caught you!
I agree!
Oh man, Duck, take the message! He likes you! You’re like a brother to him. Just get it through your head!
Don’t do it!
Circling back, Ryan, what if we change the voices? That would be crazy!
We’re almost done with the book!
Keep it the same!
Switch it up!
Keep it the same!
Switch it!
Keep it!
Switch it!
Circle back!
Craig, great to hear from you!
Circling back to…
No!
What?
I’m emailing you!
Oh, don’t email me! Text!
Oh, nope! We’re over!
It’s over!
Oh, I went straight to voicemail!
Yeah, I’m not going to answer the phone.
You don’t even like me, do you, Bear?
Nonsense! You’re basically my family!
I love you already, Duck!
Really? You mean it?
Do you?
Huh?
Yes!
That’s such good news, Bear! Now we can go on morning walks together every single day!
How fun! How perfect! Especially because we live right next door to each other!
I always know where to find you!
Oh great!
There was a guy named Bear, and his best friend was a Duck.
He came over every day; that was just his love!
Wouldn’t leave him alone!
At his home, wouldn’t use the phone!
Oh yeah!
So you want to see me run really fast, Bear?
No!
Juggle five apples?
No!
Swim across this lake?
No!
Eat a bug?
No!
Hold my breath?
No!
Run really fast?
You already said that!
See you tomorrow, Bear! Bright and early!
I love you already too, old chum!
I’ve got to stop answering my door!
You know, Duck is just one of those annoying, frustrating friends that you just got to love.
He’s Duck!
You know what?
You don’t know what!
Ryan!
The book’s over!
Ryan, the book’s over!
I love you already by Jory John and Benji Davies.
And now it’s time for shout-outs! Let’s get shouting!
William Morrison!
You know where he’s from?
Where?
Strawberry, Pennsylvania!
Ooh!
Rory Morrison!
St. Paul, Alberta, Canada!
Well, Canada!
Jedadiah and Wilhelm!
Douglas in Fresno, California!
Mrs. Hixon’s second-grade class!
Ronix and Copeland Roach from Madisonville, Kentucky!
Miss Whlesinger’s first-grade class in Shady Brook Elementary!
Year one class at Windell Public School, New South Wales, Australia!
Miss Cal’s class, River Ridge Elementary!
Mrs. Brookshire’s class!
Ethan and Alex Herb, Westchester, Pennsylvania!
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