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Pip the Pocket Star Makes Room

Ages 3–5 About 6 minutesFriendship and Kindness

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What’s included
8 reading pages and 5 questions. 2 printable packs to choose from.
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A peek inside

From this story.

Pip loved story circle in the quiet evening sky. Every little star had a soft cloud cushion. Pip chose the brightest spot beside Mr. Moon.

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Who was new at story circle?

  • Mr. Moon
  • A green frog
  • Cora the Comet
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Cora the Comet

Cora the Comet was new.

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Pip the Pocket Star Makes Room

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Intro

Twinkle, twinkle, story time!
Pip the star is here to shine!

Verse 1

Pip sat down beside the moon.
Story circle would start soon.
Cora came with silver light,
But she had no seat that night.

Chorus

Move a little, make some room.
Kindness helps a friendship bloom.
Share a place and share a smile.
Stay and shine with us awhile!

Verse 2

Pip said, "Cora, sit with me."
Two can fit so happily.
Cora smiled and joined the fun.
Now their time as friends begun.

Chorus

Move a little, make some room.
Kindness helps a friendship bloom.
Share a place and share a smile.
Stay and shine with us awhile!

Bridge

Moon read of fireflies aglow.
Pip let Cora tell what she knew.
Pip led Follow the Glow that night.
Cora looped with silver light.

Final Chorus

Move a little, make some room.
Kindness helps a friendship bloom.
When we welcome someone new,
Friendship makes more room for two!

Outro

Cora joined the circle bright.
Pip's warm spot felt just right!

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Story + quiz

Complete story + quiz pack

5 questions

7 pages · PDF · US Letter · fit to A4

The complete story, a drawing worksheet, and comprehension questions. Separate answer guide starts on page 7.

Rhyme

Rhyme + drawing sheet

3 pages · PDF · US Letter · fit to A4

The complete story-inspired rhyme, with space to draw and share a favorite line.

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