The Starry Adventure of Zigzag Zander
by
Thomas
A story about Sadness
for your 1st Grader.
Zigzag Zander was a quirky Zombie who loved puzzles. He stood on a rolling hill at Puzzle Peak, gazing at the twinkling sky. His heart felt a little heavy, but he did not know why.
Zibloo, a curious Alien, zoomed closer. “Are you ready?” asked Zibloo with a grin. Zigzag Zander nodded, but he felt quiet inside.
They started their walk. Zigzag Zander carried a blue puzzle box, hoping to solve it under the stars. The box felt cool in his hands.
“I feel odd,” said Zigzag Zander softly. “I am not hurt, but I am sad.” He pressed his hands together and looked down at the grass.
Zibloo knelt next to him. “Sometimes I feel sad, too,” said Zibloo. “I do not always know why. It’s like a cloudy day in my mind.”
Zigzag Zander saw a bright comet flash across the sky. It reminded him of a puzzle piece, lighting up the dark for just a moment.
Zigzag Zander felt a tear slip down his cheek. He took a deep breath and said, “I feel alone, but I know I am not.” Then he sighed.
Zibloo placed a hand on Zigzag Zander’s shoulder. “You are never alone,” Zibloo whispered. “We can talk about sad feelings together.”