Sir Intern and the Sad Puddle

Sir Intern and the Sad Puddle

Kaituhi
authorSluvk

Sir Intern finds a sad little puddle and decides to keep it company. With a smile and a floating leaf, he turns its frown into ripples of joy. A tender, funny story about kindness, reflection, and warmth in the simplest moments.

age4 - 7 tau te pakeke
emotional intelligence
Ka pai pea ki a koe
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