Ollie's Pocket Hug
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- What’s included
- 8 reading pages and 5 questions. 2 printable packs to choose from.
- What you need
- A screen for the reader and activity. For printables, use paper and a pencil or crayons.
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Start the activityFrom this story.
Ollie the otter waved as Grandma left the preschool door. Then his chest felt heavy, and tears filled his eyes.
Why did Ollie cry at preschool?
- He lost a bicycle
- He wanted snow
- He missed Grandma
Show the answer and why
He missed Grandma
He missed Grandma
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Ollie's Pocket Hug
Share a rhyme inspired by the story. Read the words together, tap a gentle beat, or make up your own tune.
Open the rhyme
Intro
Grandma waves at preschool door.
Ollie wishes she stayed more.
Verse 1
Heavy chest and tearful eyes,
Ollie tells his teacher why.
Missing someone shows our love.
Teacher stays beside his tears.
Chorus
Pocket hug, soft little heart,
Love stays close when we're apart.
Snack and play, then Grandma comes.
Pocket hug remembers love.
Verse 2
Ollie holds the heart so near,
Paints a flower bright and clear.
After snack and after play,
Grandma comes as promised today.
Final Chorus
Pocket hug, soft little heart,
Love stays close when we're apart.
Purple flower held up high,
Grandma hugs her Ollie tight.
Outro
Missing Grandma can be okay.
Love stayed with him through the day.
Make it story time.
Enjoy the video version of this story, then talk about your favorite part.
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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 + 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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Make it your own.
Draw your favorite part of the story. Tell a grown-up what happened before it and what happened next.