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Clappy and Boo.
Clappy and Boo.
4 pages
Author: Emily Johnson
SHARING
FRIENDSHIP
KINDNESS
HAPPINESS
LEARNING
Summary
Clappy is an extremely joyful young boy who enjoys playing, making new friends, and is adored by everyone around him. Clappy has a younger sibling named Boo, who frequently feels down and sheds tears easily over minor issues. Boo tends to ignore advice from others. Clappy is well-liked by many due to his cheerful and kind nature. He generously shares his toys and food, enjoys helping others, and displays bravery. Furthermore, he attentively listens to his parents and strives to be a well-behaved boy. Boo, however, doesn't have many friends. Kids tend to stay away from him because he is constantly sad, cries often, and is selfish. He refuses to share his toys and can be unkind to others. Boo also struggles to admit his faults and tends to lie frequently. Over time, Clappy gains popularity and builds many new friendships, thoroughly enjoying his life and having a great time. Meanwhile, Boo finds himself always alone, with no one to play with, which leaves him feeling lonely and despondent. It dawns on him that he is unliked and completely isolated. One day, Clappy sees Boo sitting by himself, looking sad. Clappy doesn’t like what he sees and goes to Boo, asking why he is sitting all alone. Boo replies, “It’s because no one wants to play with me. Nobody seems to like me.” Clappy hears what Boo says and replies, “Dear brother, I have some advice for you. You need to try to be good to others. Try sharing your things. Try to help others. Try to be kind.” Boo heeds his brother's advice but chooses not to act on it. His perspective is, "My toys belong to me alone, and I have no intention of sharing them with anyone." Boo is unwilling to take the high road and be generous in sharing his possessions. Instead, he desires everyone to comply with his wishes without question. But who likes to be around a person who is grumpy, unkind, and doesn’t share? Days go by, and Boo is still alone. Nobody wants to play with him. He sits all alone on the bench at the side of
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