Michael's Misstep At Mystery Mansion
by
Thomas
A story about How to Say Sorry
for your 4th Grader.
It was a rainy evening when Michael received an invitation to his friend's birthday party at the old Mystery Mansion. Michael loved puzzles and was excited about the adventure that awaited him.
As Michael entered the mansion, he was awestruck by its grandeur. He noticed a beautiful, antique vase on a pedestal. It was so delicate and precious that a sign warned, 'Please do not touch.'
In his excitement, Michael accidentally bumped into the pedestal. The vase wobbled dangerously. He reached out to steady it, but it was too late. The vase fell and shattered into pieces.
Michael was horrified. He knew he should confess, but he was scared. Instead, he decided to blame it on the mansion's rumored ghost. 'The ghost did it!' he exclaimed.
The party continued, but Michael couldn't enjoy it. He felt guilty about the vase and his lie. He decided to solve the mansion's puzzles to distract himself.
As he solved the puzzles, he discovered the true story behind the ghost rumor. The 'ghost' was actually the mansion's old owner who loved puzzles just like Michael.
Michael realized that the 'ghost' would never have broken the vase. He felt even more guilty. He knew he had to take responsibility for his actions.
Michael gathered his courage and confessed to his friend and the party guests. 'I broke the vase,' he said, 'I'm really sorry.'