Queen Neena and the Galactic Friendship Festival
by
Thomas
A story about Valentine's Day
for your 4th Grader.
On a shimmering day in the cosmic year, Queen Neena soared across the galaxy and landed on Lumina. This planet was famous for its floating islands and sparkling night skies, which made every visit feel magical. Although people across the universe celebrated Valentine’s Day in many ways, here on Lumina, they were about to hold a grand festival to honor friendship and family love.
Zibloo, Queen Neena’s cheerful alien companion, tumbled out next, spinning in excitement as he gazed at the endless stars overhead. He had traveled far just to marvel at this sky, and now he was eager to learn about the Galactic Friendship Festival, which brought people together in a joyful celebration of kindness.
They followed a glowing path of Rainbow Lanterns, each lantern beaming with shifting colors that lit the way toward the heart of Lumina’s festival grounds. Every few steps, the lanterns changed their hue, making the journey feel like stepping through a dripping rainbow of light.
Queen Neena soon discovered that music filled the air, its notes dancing like glitter to invite everyone closer. Before the Star Dance began, she studied the schedule posted on a large crystal board, determined to experience every moment of the festival. Every time she learned something new, she felt more eager to practice it.
Zibloo found himself puzzled by dancing steps and human customs. He hopped around clumsily, trying to mimic how people moved. At first, he felt embarrassed, but a friendly local guided him by gently tapping his shoulder to match the rhythm of the music. Soon enough, cheerful laughter spread through the crowd.
On a nearby table stood a tall Friendship Feast Cake, decorated with twinkling sugar stars and glittering icing. Its sugary aroma drifted through the air, making everyone gather around for a sweet taste.
Queen Neena offered to help serve slices of the cake. As she did, she remembered something important: a simple way to show love for friends and family was to share something meaningful. Whether it was a sweet treat or a few kind words, she believed that every bit counted toward making someone feel valued.
Meanwhile, Zibloo tried to understand how humans and other creatures showed their feelings. He discovered that sometimes it involved writing caring notes, and other times it meant sharing funny stories. When he accidentally knocked over a jug of juice, people helped clean up right away, and he saw that laughter and teamwork helped fix mistakes.