Ember Flare and the River of Time

by

Thomas

Thomas

Ember Flare and the River of Time

A story about Divorce

for your 4th Grader.

Ember Flare stands at the riverbank, wings slightly drooped, gazing at the silent water below. In the background glimmer distant starlit mountains

Ember Flare lived by the great River of Time, which sparkled like diamonds under the moon. She adored roaming the valleys and soaring above misty mountains, yet something quietly troubled her heart. Her parents had just told her they would be living in separate caves, and Ember Flare felt a heavy worry growing inside.

Ember Flare crouches low, gently placing a claw on the unmoving water. In the background thick mist drifts between dark trees

Late one night, she glided down to the river’s edge and discovered the impossible: the water had stopped flowing. Her breath caught in her throat, and her scales tightened with concern. How could a mighty river freeze in time? What if everything else changed before she was ready?

Ember Flare takes a deep breath, wings partly unfurled, looking down the dry riverbed. In the background silhouettes of tall pine trees against the night sky

Determined to find answers, she began her quest along the silent river. Ember Flare’s wings trembled whenever she thought about the future. Even so, she remembered how her parents had told her that she could always ask for help, and she whispered to herself, “I am not alone.”

A bright lantern perched on the flat rock, shining like a tiny star. In the background a faint glow from the lantern reflects on the rocky bank

As she trudged upstream, Ember Flare encountered a tall, mysterious lantern flickering on a smooth stone. It kept glowing in the silence, like a beacon guiding her. She felt nervous, for she did not know who had placed it there, but she carefully continued with cautious hope in her heart.

Ember Flare stands at the entrance of the magical cavern, surrounded by glimmering crystals. In the background sparkling reflections shimmer along the cave walls

Before long, Ember Flare spotted a hidden cave opening that shimmered with golden light. She peered inside and saw spectacular crystals covering the walls, reflecting her anxious stare back at her. The echo of her own heartbeat made her pause, but she remembered it was okay to feel worried and keep going.

Ember Flare’s reflection flickers in the crystals, her eyes shining with both worry and determination. In the background uneven cave walls tower with glittering stones

Inside the cave, Ember Flare felt her anxiety rise, like troubled waves in her chest, yet she pressed on. She remembered her parents’ gentle advice: sometimes sharing feelings can ease the weight. Though unsure who might listen, she spoke softly, “I’m scared... but I want to fix the river and protect the future.”

Ember Flare carefully balances on a slick rock, determined to continue despite the challenges. In the background shadows cast dancing shapes on the cave floor

Farther in, she climbed over slippery rocks and heard faint echoes. The path grew steeper, and her claws ached. Still, Ember Flare pushed forward, telling herself that fear was normal when lives changed. She recalled that even if parents live in different places, they both love their child just the same.

A roaring cascade of water, crashing into a churning pool beneath. In the background mist rises from the swirling water

Suddenly, a thundering waterfall blocked her way, plummeting into a deep pool. She gasped, realizing the water above was somehow trapped. Taking a shaky breath, she whispered, “I can do this. It’s okay to be scared.” She beat her wings hard and soared over the roaring falls, heart pounding with courage.

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