The Bear and Two Friends | A Bedtime Story for Kids with Audio

🌲 The Bear and Two Friends

A Journey Through the Forest

Long ago, in a small village, two best friends named Jack and Sam decided to explore the nearby forest. The forest was filled with tall trees, chirping birds, and beautiful wildflowers.

Jack and Sam promised each other, “No matter what happens, we will stick together!”

As they walked deeper into the woods, the sunlight faded behind the thick canopy of trees. The forest grew silent, and an eerie feeling crept into their hearts.

Suddenly, they heard a loud rustling sound behind them. The bushes shook, and before they could react,

A BIG, FIERCE BEAR emerged from the shadows!

😨 The Test of True Friendship

Jack, without thinking, screamed, “RUN!” and climbed up the nearest tree. He pulled himself up onto a thick branch, where he felt safe.

But Sam was not as fast. He tried to climb a tree, but his hands were too shaky. The bear was coming closer.

Thinking quickly, Sam remembered what the village elder once told him:

“If a bear ever comes near you, lie down, hold your breath, and pretend to be dead.”

Without wasting a second, Sam lay flat on the ground, closed his eyes, and stopped breathing. He didn’t move a muscle.

The bear growled and sniffed Sam’s body. It nudged him with its big nose, trying to see if he was alive.

After a few moments, the bear whispered something in Sam’s ear and walked away into the forest.

🦶 The Lesson in Friendship

When the danger was gone, Jack climbed down from the tree, laughing nervously.

“That was close! I saw the bear whispering something to you. What did it say?” Jack asked curiously.

Sam stood up, brushed off the dirt, and looked at his friend with sad eyes.

“The bear told me never to trust a friend who abandons you in danger.”

Jack felt ashamed. He realized that he had left his best friend behind instead of helping him.

From that day on, Jack promised to be a better friend and to always stand by Sam’s side, no matter what.

🌟 Moral of the Story

A true friend never leaves you in difficult times. Real friendship is not just about having fun together, but about supporting each other when it truly matters.

🧐 Comprehension Questions

1️⃣ Why did Jack climb the tree?
2️⃣ How did Sam save himself from the bear?
3️⃣ What lesson did the bear teach Sam?
4️⃣ What would you do if you were in Sam’s place?
5️⃣ How can you be a better friend in real life?

📌 Important Note:

This story is a retelling of a classic fable, rewritten in simple words to help kids easily understand and enjoy the moral lesson. Visit us more often for more such amazing Bedtime stories for kids.