One day, a little boy had a special idea. It was a bright and shiny idea that followed him everywhere he went. At first, he wasn’t sure what to do with it. He felt a bit shy and worried about what others might think.
The idea was like a tiny egg with legs, and it was very curious! The boy decided to take care of it. He fed it, played with it, and let it grow. The idea made him feel happy and excited.
At first, the boy was afraid to show his idea to others. He thought they might laugh or not understand. But he learned that ideas are special and need to be shared. So, he showed it to his friends and family.
As the boy took care of his idea, it grew bigger and stronger. It became a part of everything he did. The idea helped him see the world in a new way, full of possibilities and fun!
The boy learned that ideas can change the world. He felt proud and brave because he believed in his idea. He knew that with love and care, his idea could become something amazing.
Just like the boy, you can have your own ideas too! They might be small at first, but with a little love and attention, they can grow big and strong. Remember, every idea is special and can make the world a better place!
Grab some paper and crayons. Draw your own special idea! What does it look like? Is it big or small? Does it have colors or shapes? Share your drawing with someone you love and tell them all about your idea!
Idea Garden: Just like the boy took care of his idea, you can create an “Idea Garden” at home or in the classroom. Find a small pot and some seeds. Plant the seeds and take care of them by watering them and giving them sunlight. As you watch your plant grow, think about how your ideas can grow too when you take care of them. Talk about what your idea might need to grow big and strong, just like the plant.
Idea Adventure Walk: Go on a walk with a friend or family member and look for things that inspire new ideas. It could be a funny-shaped cloud, a colorful flower, or an interesting bug. Share your ideas with each other and talk about how you might take care of these ideas to help them grow. Remember, ideas can come from anywhere!
Idea Storytime: Gather with your classmates or family and take turns telling a story about an idea you have. It can be a real idea or something from your imagination. Think about what your idea might do, where it might go, and who it might meet. Encourage everyone to ask questions about each other’s ideas and offer suggestions on how to make them even better.
Here’s a sanitized version of the provided YouTube transcript:
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**Let’s Read: What Do You Do With an Idea?**
Written by Kobe Yamada, Illustrated by Mae Besham
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One day, I had an