The Storm in a Teacup

Oliver sits at the breakfast table when a tiny cloud appears above Grandma Rose's teacup. As the morning goes on, the cloud grows into a miniature storm with soft thunder and tiny lightning. Oliver notices that the storm grows when family members are impatient or grumpy, and shrinks when they breathe and speak kindly.

Dad checks his watch, Lily wants her jam right away, and juice gets spilled, each moment of tension making the weather worse. Oliver reminds everyone to slow down and work together. This illustrated tale by Yavuz DEMİRKIRAN shows how emotions spread through a family and how calm and cooperation can settle even a storm in a teacup. It is suited to early primary school children and to parents or teachers looking for a gentle story about feelings and teamwork. The tale can be read on Online Masal.