Little Tiger woke up with a bounce.
“Today is my birthday!” he said with a big smile. “There will be a party in the sunny meadow!”
He brushed his stripes, put on his favorite hat, and ran outside.
But—whoosh!—a big wind blew.
Swishhh!—the trees danced.
Plip, plop, splatter!—the rain came down.
“Oh no,” said Little Tiger. “My party is all wet.”
He sat under a big leaf and felt a little sad.
Then—flutter, flutter!—Little Bird flew by.
“Don’t be sad, Tiger,” she chirped. “We’ll think of something fun!”
Off she flew, calling to the forest, “Come quick! Tiger needs us!”
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Squirrel came with shiny acorns.
Monkey brought green vines.
Elephant held colorful flowers in his trunk.
Even Snail slid slowly with a sparkling rock.
“Let’s have the party inside your den!” said Mouse.
Little Tiger blinked. “Can we do that?”
“Of course!” said Monkey. “Let’s work together!”
Swish swish! went Monkey, hanging vines like streamers.
Flutter flutter! went Bird, tossing flower petals in the air.
Poof! Poof! went Elephant, blowing up big leaf balloons.
Tap tap! went Mouse, setting out tiny treats.
Soon, the den sparkled with color and joy.
Little Tiger stepped inside. His eyes grew wide.
“Wow,” he whispered. “It’s beautiful!”
All the animals cheered, “Happy Birthday, Tiger!”
They sang, danced, and shared snacks.
They played gentle games and laughed together.
The rain pitter-pattered outside, but no one minded.
“This is the best birthday ever,” said Little Tiger. “Thank you, friends.”
“We did it together,” said Bird. “That’s what friends are for!”
And they all hugged—soft and warm like sunshine inside.
The End.
