Leo Lion and the Smallest Roar
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- What’s included
- 7 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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Evening had come. The story began in a peaceful grassy den at night. Leo gives one big good-night roar. The evening felt soft and quiet around them.
What did Leo do first?
- A tiny whisper
- A song
- One big roar
Show the answer and why
One big roar
The answer is One big roar.
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Leo Lion and the Smallest Roar
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
Leo wants to say good night,
But his roar is much too bright.
Verse 1
ROAR! goes Leo by his den.
Grasshoppers jump up again.
Leo sees their startled hop.
Maybe his big roar should stop.
Chorus
Breathe in slow, then let it go.
Make your nighttime voice sound low.
Big, then medium, tiny roar.
Gentle sounds help sleepers more.
Verse 2
Leo breathes in through his nose.
Out the warm, slow breathing goes.
Medium roar is softer now.
He can make it small somehow.
Chorus
Breathe in slow, then let it go.
Make your nighttime voice sound low.
Big, then medium, tiny roar.
Gentle sounds help sleepers more.
Bridge
One small rumble, warm and deep,
Does not make the hoppers leap.
Grasshoppers chirp a quiet song.
Leo's breath is calm and long.
Final Chorus
Breathe in slow; the roar grows small.
Quiet night is best for all.
Warm low rumble, soft and right,
Leo Lion sleeps tonight.
Outro
Tiny roar and cricket light.
Good night, Leo. Sweet good night.
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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.