Mimi Music Box Plays Softly
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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.
Mimi Music Box played a bright tune in the cozy playroom. Lark twirled, and the toys seemed ready to dance.
Who was tired?
- Mo Mouse
- Lark
- Mimi
Show the answer and why
Mo Mouse
Mo Mouse was tired.
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Mimi Music Box Plays Softly
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
Mimi plays a tune so bright.
Toys begin to dance with light.
Verse 1
Lark spun circles round the room.
Mo came in to hear the tune.
Blue pajamas, sleepy head,
Loud notes hurt his ears, he said.
Chorus
Soft, soft, turn the music low.
Ask how friends would like it so.
Some can dance and some can rest.
Caring helps us choose what's best.
Verse 2
Mo asked, "Softer, if you please."
Mimi heard his tired need.
Lark stopped spinning, stayed nearby.
Mimi turned her key halfway.
Chorus
Soft, soft, turn the music low.
Ask how friends would like it so.
Some can dance and some can rest.
Caring helps us choose what's best.
Bridge
Now the tune was slow and sweet.
Mo tapped one small, happy foot.
Lark swayed softly by his chair.
Every friend could join them there.
Final Chorus
Soft, soft, turn the music low.
Gentle songs can warmly glow.
Music sounds its very best
When it gives a friend some rest.
Outro
Mimi learned what care can do:
Hear the friends who listen too.
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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.