Armadillo walked down the rocky road.
Watch out! said Rabbit. Rocks are tricky!
Armadillo nodded and stepped carefully.
Why are you walking here? asked Rabbit.
Im going to the pond, Armadillo said.
Suddenly, Armadillo slipped on a big stone!
Ouch, that hurt! Armadillo cried.
Rabbit hopped over. Are you okay?
Im fine, Armadillo said, standing up again.
This road was the only way.
Armadillo often walked it to visit friends.
He always needed to stay alert.
The stones could be big and slippery.
You know, Rabbit said, I can help.
Rabbit always liked to help friends.
Rabbit decided to teach Armadillo something.
Step where I step, Rabbit said.
Armadillo watched Rabbit hop smoothly.
See, its easy if you go slow.
Armadillo tried. Is this better, Rabbit?
Yes, you are getting better! Rabbit smiled.
Armadillo felt happy and more confident.
This is fun with you, Rabbit, Armadillo said.
Just then, a big stone blocked the way.
What should we do now? Armadillo asked.
Rabbit thought a moment. Lets jump over!
I cant jump like you, Armadillo worried.
Lets do it together, Rabbit encouraged.
They counted: One, two, three, jump!
Armadillo and Rabbit jumped high together.
They landed safely, laughing out loud.
Together, Armadillo and Rabbit reached the pond.
You did it! Rabbit cheered.
Thanks, Rabbit. You helped a lot, Armadillo said.
Rabbit smiled. Friends always help each other.
Armadillo felt happy and proud.
He learned that friends make hard things easy.
They played by the pond all afternoon.
Remember to ask for help when you need it.
The end.