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Bobo Bear Takes a Turn

Ages 3–5 About 5 minutesFriendship and Kindness

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8 reading pages and 5 questions. 2 printable packs to choose from.
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Bobo brought a bubble wand to the playground. He blew one bubble, then another, then ten more. The bubbles floated over his head.

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What toy did Bobo bring?

  • A bubble wand
  • A toy boat
  • A ball
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A bubble wand

Bobo brought a bubble wand.

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Bobo Bear Takes a Turn

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Intro

Bubbles, bubbles, float and fly!
Bobo blows them to the sky.

Verse 1

One, then ten, then many more,
Bubbles bounced above the floor.
Mimi asked, "May I try too?"
Bobo said, "When I am through."

Chorus

Take a turn, then pass it on.
Sharing makes the fun grow strong.
You go next, and then it's me.
Turns make playtime full of glee.

Verse 2

Bobo saw two quiet faces.
Fun felt lonely in that place.
"Mimi, you may have a turn."
Passing was a joy to learn.

Chorus

Take a turn, then pass it on.
Sharing makes the fun grow strong.
You go next, and then it's me.
Turns make playtime full of glee.

Bridge

Mimi blew three bubbles small.
Gus popped every one of all.
Gus made one big jelly bubble.
Pop! It covered Bobo's muzzle.

Final Chorus

One friend blows and one friend counts.
One friend pops as bubbles bounce.
Switch the jobs and laugh away.
Turns bring fun for all who play.

Outro

Bobo learned beneath the sun,
Sharing turns makes extra fun!

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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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