The Secret Puzzle of the Misty Loch
by
Thomas
A story about Morning Routine
for your 2nd Grader.
Early one misty morning, Zigzag Zander sat by the calm loch. He yawned and rubbed his sleepy eyes. He held a rolled-up map that glowed with bright letters, calling him to start an adventure.
Then, Nessie Sparkles poked her shimmering head above the surface. She blinked curiously at Zander, eager to learn about his new discovery. She gently hummed a friendly tune that echoed across the loch.
The map’s corners were decorated with ornate compass symbols. They sparkled as if sprinkled with stardust. Colorful swirls shimmered around the edges, each linking to a different task.
“Wow,” said Zigzag Zander. “I see the first step involves waking up early. That means no snoozing, even when the loch is foggy!” He patted Nessie’s head and showed her the instructions.
Nessie Sparkles read the next step. “It says we need to wash our faces. Let’s dip our faces in the cool water right now!” she exclaimed. She swished her tail, excited to try.
Next, the map hinted at brushing teeth. A small drawing of a shining toothbrush danced along one corner. It had tiny sparkles and looked like it was made of polished silver.
Zigzag Zander brushed his crooked teeth carefully. He giggled when Nessie used a giant brush for her big smile. “Always remember to brush your teeth from top to bottom,” he reminded her.
After that, they had to eat breakfast. Zander poured crunchy cereal into a bowl, while Nessie slurped fresh lakeweed soup. “A good meal gives us strength,” said Zander, between bites.