The Little Bug

Min Monkey is scared of a big black spider, but he cares for a little bug and protects it from the spider.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 16 pages
Publication date: 18 January 2024
Publisher: Capstone Global Library Ltd

Min Monkey is eager to play with the little bug, but Grandpa Tut warns him that the bug is hiding from a giant black spider. Min Monkey is terrified of the spider, but he decides to look after the little bug to ensure that the spider doesn't get it. This connects to the non-fiction text pair, Ladybird Puppet, as both stories involve animals protecting each other from potential threats.

Min Monkey, a curious and adventurous little monkey, couldn't resist the urge to play with the little bug that he spotted crawling on the ground. However, Grandpa Tut, Min Monkey's wise and experienced grandfather, had a different opinion. He informed Min Monkey that the little bug was actually hiding from a giant black spider that was lurking nearby.

Min Monkey's heart raced with fear as he imagined the terrifying spider lurking around, ready to pounce on its prey. But despite his fear, Min Monkey couldn't help but feel a sense of responsibility towards the little bug. He knew that the spider was dangerous and that the little bug needed his help to stay safe.

With a deep breath, Min Monkey approached the little bug and gently picked it up. He held it close to his chest, feeling its tiny legs trembling with fear. Min Monkey knew that he had to do something to protect the little bug from the spider. He decided to take the little bug to a safe place where it could hide from the spider's reach.

Min Monkey carefully carried the little bug to a nearby tree and placed it on a branch that was high enough for the spider to not be able to reach. He watched as the little bug nestled itself in the leaves, feeling safe and secure. Min Monkey felt a sense of pride and accomplishment as he knew that he had done the right thing. He had protected the little bug from a potential threat and had shown that he was a brave and caring animal.

As Min Monkey sat there, watching the little bug, he couldn't help but think about the importance of protecting each other from potential threats. He realized that even though he was scared of the spider, he had shown that he was willing to put the little bug's safety first. This reminded him of the story of Ladybird Puppet, a non-fiction text pair that he had read earlier in the week. In the story, a ladybird had been caught in a spider's web and was struggling to escape. A helpful bird had come to its rescue and had freed the ladybird from the spider's web.

Just like the helpful bird in the story, Min Monkey had shown that he was willing to go to great lengths to protect others. He had demonstrated that even though he was scared, he was strong and capable of making difficult decisions. Min Monkey felt a sense of inspiration and determination as he continued to explore the forest. He knew that there were many more challenges and dangers waiting for him, but he was ready to face them head-on. With his newfound courage and sense of responsibility, Min Monkey was ready to make a difference in the world.

Weight: 54g
Dimension: 163 x 209 x 3 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398255401