Once upon a time, there were four little rabbits named Flopsy, Mopsy, Cottontail, and Peter. They lived with their mother in a cozy home under a big tree. One day, Mrs. Rabbit told her children to stay away from Mr. McGregor’s garden because it was dangerous. She went out to buy some yummy bread and buns, leaving the little rabbits to play safely.
Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cottontail listened to their mom and went to pick blackberries. But Peter was too curious! He wanted to see what was in Mr. McGregor’s garden. So, he squeezed under the gate and found lots of tasty vegetables like lettuce and radishes. Peter ate so much that he started to feel sick!
While looking for some parsley to feel better, Peter saw Mr. McGregor! Oh no! Peter ran as fast as he could, trying to find his way out. He lost his shoes and got caught in a net by his jacket. Luckily, some friendly birds cheered him on, and Peter managed to escape, leaving his jacket behind.
Peter hid in a can, but it was too wet. When Mr. McGregor came close, Peter sneezed, and the chase was on again! Peter ran and ran, trying to find his way home. He saw a cat by a pond and remembered to stay away, just like his cousin Benjamin Bunny had warned him.
Finally, Peter saw Mr. McGregor working in the garden and made a dash for the gate. He slipped under it and ran into the woods, safe at last. Mr. McGregor hung Peter’s jacket and shoes on a scarecrow to scare away birds.
When Peter got home, he was tired and not feeling well. His mom gave him some chamomile tea to help his tummy, while his siblings enjoyed a nice dinner. Peter learned that listening to his mom’s advice was important to stay safe.
“The Tale of Peter Rabbit” is a fun story that teaches us to listen to our parents and be careful. It’s a classic tale with beautiful pictures that many children love to read. Remember, being curious is great, but it’s also important to stay safe and follow good advice!