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The Elephant Who Forgot How to Trumpet

Free · Ages 4–8 · About 2 minutes to read aloud · Also available in French
The Elephant Who Forgot How to Trumpet

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Kofi was the strongest young elephant in the savanna, known for his mighty, booming trumpet. But one morning, he woke up and opened his trunk, only for a tiny, high-pitched squeak to come out! Embarrassed, Kofi hid in the tall grass while the other animals played. A wise old tortoise found him and explained that true strength isn't about being the loudest.

Later that day, a tiny bird got trapped in a thorny bush. If Kofi had trumpeted loudly, the bird would have panicked and gotten more tangled. Instead, Kofi used his new, gentle squeak to calm the bird down while he carefully untangled it with his trunk. Kofi learned that your worth doesn't come from being the loudest. Even when you feel like you've lost your roar, your gentleness and unique voice can be your greatest superpower.

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Questions to talk about afterwards

What sound did Kofi the elephant wake up making?
  • A trumpet
  • A squeak
  • A roar
Why did Kofi hide in the tall grass?
  • He was sleepy
  • He was playing hide and seek
  • He was embarrassed
Who told Kofi that true strength isn't about being loud?
  • A wise tortoise
  • A lion
  • A bird
What animal got trapped in the thorny bush?
  • A monkey
  • A bird
  • A snake
How did Kofi's new squeak help the bird?
  • It scared the bird away
  • It called for help
  • It calmed the bird down
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