The Little Otter's Promise

In the green forest, a bright river runs over smooth stones, and this is home to Olive the otter, whose warm brown fur and cream belly are familiar to readers. Olive delights in diving and twisting through the cool water. One sunny day she visits her small friend Pip, a little otter with a blue pebble pendant and wide, worried eyes. Pip fears the deep, fast river and longs to swim as Olive does. Olive gently promises to teach her, explaining that they will proceed one small step at a time and that she will remain at Pip's side.

The following morning, Olive brings Pip to a quiet, shallow spot where the water reaches only Pip's tummy. Pip enters slowly, gripping the pebbles with her tiny paws, while Olive stands close and encourages a small splash. Over many days they return, and Olive never hurries as Pip practices kicking and grows a little braver. This heartwarming tale about courage and patience can be read on Kids Tale Book, written by Jane MEADOW.