Focus on the big picture

Once upon a time, there was a young squirrel named Sammy who loved collecting acorns. One day, he found a shiny golden acorn and decided to spend all his time protecting it. He ignored his friends and the food he needed for the winter, only thinking about that one golden acorn. As winter approached, Sammy realized he didn’t have enough food to survive. His friend, Bella the bird, reminded him, “Sammy, sometimes we focus too much on one thing and forget the bigger picture. You need a lot of acorns, not just one.” Sammy understood and quickly gathered more acorns. By winter, he had enough to keep him safe and warm. Sammy learned that focusing on the big picture helps you plan for the future.

This story teaches kids the value of planning ahead and balancing their priorities.