Calamity Kate and the Whistling Winds
by
Thomas
A story about What causes a hurricane?
for your Kindergartener.
Calamity Kate wakes up to a bright morning in her desert town. She tips her hat and pats Thunder, her trusty horse. Dust swirls around the cacti as the sun warms the land. Kate smiles, feeling ready for any adventure.
After breakfast, Kate notices a strange whooshing sound. The wind feels stronger and keeps singing a new tune. She glances at Thunder and says, “Something’s up, friend.”
Kate trots over to a friendly prairie dog peeking from a hole. “Do you know anything about these wild winds?” Kate asks. The prairie dog warns her, “A hurricane is coming this way!”
A hurricane forms when warm ocean water makes air spin in a big circle. Kate imagines whirling clouds gathering far away. She knows strong winds and heavy rain will soon march across the land.
Quickly, Kate secures everything she can. She tells Thunder, “We have to tie down crates and barrels. We must keep loose things from flying away!” She knows it’s important to find a safe place, too.
Suddenly, Kate hears frantic clucking. The chickens are frightened by the roaring wind. Feathers float in the air as the birds run around in a panic. “Easy now,” calls Kate. “Come on, into the coop!”
She guides the chickens behind an old barrel, coaxing them to quiet down. Cluck by cluck, they settle, safe from the swirling gusts. A calm voice and gentle hands often help when animals are afraid.
Next, Kate rushes to the field, where a stubborn cow refuses to move. “Come along now,” says Kate, tugging gently. The cow moos loudly, standing firm. Even the wind can’t change its mind!