The Mountain series - Part 3

Characters:

• Rocky the Mountain (North America – strong, playful, and loves wildlife)

• The Alps (Europe – musical and elegant)

• Mount Etna (Italy – loud and dramatic)

• Himalaya (Everest’s cousin – calm and peaceful)

Story: Rocky’s Loud Roar

In the middle of a forest full of bears, bison, and birds, Rocky the Mountain woke up with a BIG yawn.

"RAAAWWWWHH!"

Birds flew from the trees. A moose dropped its pinecone. Even Etna, far away in Italy, said, “Was that me?”

But it wasn’t thunder. It wasn’t an earthquake.

It was just Rocky waking up.

“Oh dear,” said the Alps, brushing snow off her shoulders. “Rocky, that roar echoed all the way to Europe!”

Rocky looked down, embarrassed. “I didn’t mean to scare anyone… I just have a big voice.”

The animals peeked out from behind the trees.

A chipmunk squeaked, “It was kind of fun!”

Rocky smiled shyly. “Maybe I can use my voice… for something nice?”

The next morning, Rocky let out a gentle roar. It rumbled like a lullaby.

The baby bears yawned and snuggled.

Birds swayed on branches.

Even Etna sighed, “That’s the nicest rumble I’ve ever felt.”

Himalaya chuckled from far away, “Your voice is strong, Rocky. Use it with care, and it will always be heard.”

Moral:

Your voice is powerful—use it kindly, and the world will listen.