Edward Bear is a little bear. Edward Bear lives in a gentle kingdom. Edward Bear is a musician. He loves to play his drum. He likes to share his song with friends.
One day, Edward Bear wakes early. He wants to play his drum for the spring fair. He finds one drumstick. The other drumstick is gone. Edward Bear feels sad. He needs both drumsticks to play.
Edward Bear calls his friend Melody Mouse. Melody Mouse is a tiny musician friend. She hops and squeaks. She listens and cares. Melody says, “Let us find the lost stick.” They hold paws and set off.
They walk near the tall castle wall. They walk in the green garden. They look among bright flowers. They look under big leaves. They look around. They look left. They look right. No drumstick there.
They go to the pond. They see Frog on a lily pad. Frog says, “Hello. Did you see a stick?” Edward Bear asks. Frog croaks, “I saw something by the big rock.” They run to the rock. They peek under the rock. No drumstick. They wave goodbye to Frog.
They see Bird in the sky. Bird lands on a branch. Bird chirps, “I saw a toy soldier near the old oak tree.” They thank Bird. They hurry to the oak tree. The oak tree is tall and strong. Its leaves shake in the breeze.
Near the tree, they see Tinny the toy soldier. Tinny holds the drumstick. Tinny says, “I thought it was my cap.” Tinny seems sad. Edward Bear says, “It is my drumstick. I need it to play.” Tinny nods and hands it back. Tinny says, “I am sorry.” Edward Bear hugs Tinny. He shares a toy hat with Tinny. They all smile.
Now Edward Bear has two drumsticks. He taps the drum. He plays a gentle song. Melody Mouse squeaks a tune. Prince Percy hums a soft note. Teddy Bear Fluffy sways side to side. They move to the fair stage.
The sun is bright. The birds join the song. They sing along. The crowd cheers. They clap their hands. They dance with joy.
Edward Bear learns friends help. Kind words can heal sad hearts. He feels happy. He wins a small golden medal. He feels proud. He smiles big.
Edward Bear, Melody Mouse, Prince Percy, Teddy Bear Fluffy, and Tinny dance. They eat sweet berries. They sip warm tea. They laugh in soft light. All is well in the gentle kingdom. Kind hearts and song make magic. End.
They go home under a dark sky. They turn on soft lamps. They hum the song again. They rest in warm beds. They sleep and dream of new songs. Tomorrow they will play again. Edward Bear feels brave and kind. He is a good friend and a happy musician. He loves his drumsticks more than ever. The gentle kingdom sleeps too. All is calm.
A small star twinkles high above. Everyone is safe and warm tonight. Sweet dreams for all.