Once upon a time, there was a playful dog who loved to dig. This dog was very curious and always looking for new adventures. One day, the dog decided to dig a big hole in the ground. It was so deep, just like a tunnel made by a mole!
The dog was very proud of the hole it had dug. It thought, “Finders keepers, this one’s mine!” The dog was excited to have a special place to hide its favorite bone. It felt like a treasure hunter who had found a secret spot.
Did you know that dogs dig for many reasons? Sometimes they dig to find cool places to rest on hot days. Other times, they dig to hide their toys or bones. Digging is also a fun way for dogs to use their energy and explore the world around them.
Would you like to pretend to dig like the dog? You can use your hands to make digging motions in the air. Imagine you’re finding a special treasure or making a cozy spot to rest. It’s fun to pretend and use your imagination!
Did you know that moles are animals that dig tunnels underground? They use their strong paws to move the dirt, just like our digging dog friend!
Next time you see a dog digging, remember our story. Maybe the dog is on an exciting adventure, just like our digging dog. What kind of adventures will you go on today?
Digging Adventure in the Sandbox: Find a sandbox or a small patch of dirt where you can safely dig. Pretend you are the curious dog from the story. What treasures can you find? Maybe a special rock or a hidden toy! Talk about what you find with a friend or family member. How does it feel to dig and discover new things?
Create Your Own Treasure Map: Draw a map of your backyard or a park. Mark a spot where you would hide a special treasure, just like the dog hides its bone. Use symbols to show trees, rocks, or other landmarks. Share your map with a friend and see if they can find the treasure spot you imagined!
Observation Walk: Go for a walk in your neighborhood or a park with an adult. Look for signs of digging, like holes or disturbed dirt. Can you guess what might have made them? Was it a dog, a mole, or something else? Talk about why animals might dig and what they could be looking for.
Here’s a sanitized version of the transcript:
“No big deal, I’m sure it’s fine. Finders keepers, this one’s mine. Who’s that? [Music] A dog digging out the deepest hole, scratching dirt just like a mole. Dug this on my very own, big enough to hide a bone.”
