Lee and the Blue Day
by
Thomas
A story about Sadness
for your 3rd Grader.
In a bustling small town where everyone loved baseball, lived a caring boy named Lee. Lee was a beloved member of the local baseball team. He loved the game more than anything else.
One sunny afternoon, as Lee was practicing his swing, he felt a strange sadness creeping upon him. He didn't know why, but the joy of the game seemed to have suddenly faded.
That night, Lee shared his feelings with his parents. 'I don't know why, but I feel sad,' he confessed. His parents hugged him tightly and said, 'It's okay to feel sad, Lee. Everyone feels sad sometimes.'
The next day, Lee went to school and tried to act normal. But his sadness didn't vanish with the sunrise. He felt it lingering, like a shadow that wouldn't leave.
During the lunch break, Lee's best friend, Max, noticed that Lee was unusually quiet. 'What's wrong, Lee?' Max asked. Lee shared his feelings with Max, who listened attentively.
'It's okay to feel sad, Lee,' Max said, echoing Lee's parents. 'But remember, you don't have to face it alone. We're here for you.'
That afternoon, Lee's team had a big game. Despite his sadness, Lee decided to play. He realized that he didn't have to pretend to be happy all the time.
The game was tough, and Lee's team was trailing. But Lee didn't let his sadness stop him from giving his best. He hit a home run, and the crowd cheered.