ClassX Video Lessons Grade Grade 2 Tamika and the Dragon | Kids Book Read Aloud | Story Time with Khan Academy Kids
Hi there! Today, we’re diving into a magical story called “Tama and the Dragon.” It’s a fun tale about a brave girl named Tama and her unexpected friendship with a dragon. Let’s explore this enchanting story together!
High above a village, on the tallest mountain, lived a dragon. This dragon wasn’t just any dragon; she used her fiery breath to create beautiful toys. Many knights tried to sneak into her cave to take these toys for the village kids, but they always returned bruised and defeated. They spoke of the dragon’s sharp claws, fiery breath, and a tail strong enough to break a castle.
Tama, a determined and quick-footed girl, decided she would face the dragon herself. She trained hard, preparing her armor and sword for the challenge ahead. When she finally reached the dragon’s cave, the ground shook as the dragon stomped out, growling fiercely.
Tama bravely demanded the toys, but the dragon refused and knocked Tama’s sword away. Undeterred, Tama jumped onto the dragon’s back, pulling at her scales. Instead of getting angry, the dragon laughed, and a gentle lavender mist came out of her nostrils, magically restoring Tama’s hair.
Surprised by the dragon’s laughter, Tama realized that the dragon wasn’t as scary as she seemed. The two began to laugh together, realizing they weren’t so different after all. Tama felt guilty for the mess she made and offered to help clean up. The dragon agreed, and they spent the day tidying the cave and playing together.
From that day on, Tama visited the dragon regularly, and soon she brought other villagers along. It took some time, but the villagers learned to trust the dragon, and the dragon learned to trust them. The dragon became a beloved friend, and kids from the village often visited to play with her. However, no one could make the dragon laugh quite like Tama.
This story teaches us that sometimes, the things we fear can turn out to be wonderful friends. Tama and the dragon’s friendship shows us the power of understanding and kindness. If you enjoyed this story, there are many more adventures waiting for you in the free Khan Academy Kids app. Happy reading!
Draw Your Own Dragon: Imagine you have a dragon friend like Tama. What would your dragon look like? Draw a picture of your dragon and think about what special powers it might have. Share your drawing with your friends or family and explain why your dragon would be a great friend.
Friendship Role Play: With a friend or family member, act out a scene where you meet a dragon for the first time. How would you introduce yourself? What questions would you ask to get to know the dragon better? Take turns being the dragon and the new friend, and see how your conversation might lead to a friendship.
Kindness Journal: Just like Tama and the dragon learned to be friends, think about someone or something you might be afraid of or don’t know well. Write or draw in a journal about how you could show kindness and understanding to them. Try to do one kind thing each day and note how it makes you feel.
