How Do You Say Hello

How Do You Say Hello

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NianNian walks around meeting new animal friends and says, “Hello! My name is NianNian.” This cheerful story helps kids learn how to greet others and introduce themselves with confidence and kindness.

age3 - 6 years old
emotional intelligence
children's literaturefriendshipanimalsnaturejoyplayfuladventure
Story Details

This is NianNian — with crown and cheer. “I want to say hello — far and near!”

He meets a dog with fur so gold. “Hello! My name is NianNian,” he told.

He sees a bunny by the tree. “Hello! My name is NianNian,” says he.

He waves at a bear with honey paws. “Hello! My name is NianNian,” he draws.

He finds a bird who sings so loud. “Hello! My name is NianNian!” — proud.

A fish pops up from a little pond. “Hello! My name is NianNian,” with bond.

He meets a fox with eyes so bright. “Hello! My name is NianNian,” polite.

He looks around — so many friends! With every “Hello,” joy never ends.

Now they all say with happy glee: “Hello! My name is NianNian’s friend — that’s me!”

He spins and shouts with tail aglow: “I’m NianNian! I love to say hello!”

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