Boy named Hudson stands by a calm lake. He wears a bright red hat and soft blue boots. He likes to watch the water. He listens to the birds. He smiles at the sky. He feels happy. He feels curious. He wants to find something special by the lake. He looks at the sand. He looks at the grass. He listens to the wind. He feels safe near the lake.
Suddenly Adventurer comes by. Adventurer is a small green turtle. Adventurer has a tiny shell on its back. Adventurer smiles at Hudson. Hudson smiles back at Adventurer. Together they stand by the water. They hold hands. They look for shells in the sand. They dig with small hands. They feel the cool water. They feel the warm sun. They laugh together. They feel happy together. They feel calm by the lake.
Hudson and Adventurer search for a special shell. Hudson whispers, “I hope we find a shiny shell.” Adventurer nods. They walk along the shore. They see small pink shells. They see white shells. They see blue shells. None is right. Hudson feels a little sad. Adventurer holds his hand tight. Adventurer says, “Let us keep looking.” Hudson smiles. They feel brave. They keep walking by the water.
Suddenly a small Dragon comes out of tall grass. The Dragon is green and round. The Dragon looks at Hudson and Adventurer. The Dragon says, “This is my special shell spot.” Dragon’s voice is soft. Hudson feels shy. Adventurer takes a step back. The Dragon touches its nose. The Dragon looks a bit sad. Hudson feels kind. Hudson steps forward. Hudson says, “May we look with you?” Hudson smiles wide.
The Dragon shakes. Dragon says, “I love shells. I am shy.” Adventurer smiles at Dragon. Adventurer says, “We can share.” Hudson nods. Hudson puts his hand on Dragon’s tail. Dragon feels brave. Dragon smiles. Dragon says, “I will help you find the shiny shell.” Together they walk along the shore. They look under rocks. They look near the water. They laugh softly. They feel happy to help.
At the edge of the lake they see something bright. They dig in the soft damp sand. Hudson lifts a shiny golden shell. The shell glows in the sun. Hudson holds the shell high. The Dragon claps tiny wings. Adventurer giggles. Hudson feels proud. Hudson shares the shell. Hudson gives Dragon a little shiny shell too. Dragon’s eyes light up. They all laugh. They all feel glad.
They sit by the water. They look at the shell. The shell is smooth. It has a spiral shape. Adventurer touches it softly. Dragon hums a happy tune. Hudson claps. They feel warm. They feel safe. They feel kind. Hudson says, “Thank you.” Dragon nods. Adventurer says, “We are friends.” The wind blows softly. The sun sets pink. They watch the sun go down. They wave to the lake.
They stay until stars come out. Tiny stars shine above. Hudson feels sleepy. Adventurer yawns. Dragon smiles gentle. Hudson hugs Adventurer and Dragon. They feel love. They feel calm. They feel safe. Hudson says, “Good night.” Adventurer says, “Sweet dreams.” Dragon says, “Good night, little friends.” They close their eyes. They dream of shells. They dream of friends. They dream of the lake. They sleep under moon light.