Henrietta Hippo’s Helpful Day

Theme: Helping others brings joy and blessings in return.

Bible Verse: “A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” — Proverbs 11:25

Henrietta Hippo’s Helpful Day

Henrietta Hippo

Henrietta spends her day assisting her jungle friends—retrieving Benny Bunny’s kite, pulling Tilly Tortoise’s book wagon, and helping others with various tasks. Her kindness is rewarded when her friends surprise her with a heartfelt picnic, illustrating the joy and blessings that come from helping others.

The Sunny Start

The Sunny Start

Henrietta Hippo woke up with a big yawn and an even bigger smile. “Today feels like a good day to do something special!” she said, stretching her wide hippo arms. The sun was shining over Happy Hollow, and the birds chirped cheerfully outside her window.

Henrietta was known around the jungle for her big heart and helpful hooves. Whether someone needed help finding their glasses, lifting heavy things, or just a hug, Henrietta was always there.

Helping Friends All Around

Helping Friends All Around

Henrietta waddled down the trail when she heard a squeaky voice, “Oh no! My kite’s stuck!” It was Benny Bunny, tugging at the string of his kite caught in a tree.

“Hold on, Benny!” Henrietta called. With a mighty stretch and a careful pluck, she freed the kite.

“Thanks, Henrietta!” Benny grinned. “You're the best!”

Later, she passed by Tilly Tortoise, slowly dragging a wagon full of books. “That looks heavy,” Henrietta said.

“Oh dear, it is,” Tilly sighed.

Henrietta smiled. “Let me help you!” She gently pulled the wagon all the way to the library.

A Surprise Picnic

A Surprise Picnic

By noon, Henrietta had helped so many friends—fixing Leo Lion’s leaky tent, finding Polly Parrot’s missing puzzle piece, and even carrying water buckets for Ellie Elephant.

Tired but happy, Henrietta sat on a rock by the river. Just then, she heard rustling behind her.

“Surprise!” shouted all her jungle friends.

They had set up a beautiful picnic just for her—bright blankets, yummy sandwiches, and juicy watermelon. “You’ve helped us all so much,” said Tilly, “We wanted to help YOU feel special today!”

Henrietta’s eyes sparkled. “Thank you,” she said. “This is the nicest surprise ever!”

Moral of the Story

When you take time to help others, your kindness comes back to you in beautiful ways.

Henrietta’s day reminded everyone of a verse Leo Lion later read aloud: “A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” — Proverbs 11:25

Henrietta helped her friends, and they helped her feel loved and joyful in return.

Ending Prayer

Dear God,

Thank You for the joy that comes from helping others. Teach me to be generous like Henrietta Hippo, to share my time, talents, and kindness. Help me see the needs of others and serve with a cheerful heart. Just as Your Word says, may I refresh others and be refreshed in return.
Amen.

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