The Little Lamp Who Was Afraid of the Dark
A gentle bedtime tale that teaches courage and light.
ages 3-6
The Little Lamp Who Was Afraid of the Dark
The Shimmering Beginning
Tommy the tiny lamp lived in a quiet corner of a cozy attic. He loved shining bright during the sunny days. But as the sun went down and shadows crept in, Tommy felt uneasy. He whispered to himself, "I don't like the dark." Tommy wished he could be brave like the stars.
The Candlelit Room
The attic was filled with dust and moths, but it also smelled of old books. Tommy flickered once to steady his glow. The other lamps, older and wiser, told him stories about nights filled with adventures. They told him that the dark is just a place where the light can shine even brighter. Tommy listened, his copper shell trembling softly.
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The Whispering Shadows
When night fell, the shadows danced across the floor. A breeze turned the loose pages of a book, making a soft rustling sound. The little lamp felt the quiet pressure of darkness. He remembered the words of the old lamps and decided to try to light his own path. He took a deep breath, and his wick burned a little steadier.
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The Courageous Glow
Tommy lifted his glow toward the attic rafters. The light traced lines on the dusty attic walls, showing the hidden corners. Even the shadows seemed to pause and watch. Tommy felt a warmth in his heart, a small spark of bravery growing. He was no longer scared; he was shining.
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The Night Parade
Outside, the moon was a pale coin in the velvet sky. Inside, Tommy and the other lamps organized a tiny parade of light. The attic walls glittered with their warm glow. Children from the nearby house could see them through the window and smiled. Every night, the lamps would meet again for their parade, brightening the dark together.
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The Eternal Light
Years later, when the house was new and clean, the old lamp still lit his place. Babies at night would stare at his warm glow with admiration. Even in the midnight darkness, Tommy remembered the first day when he overcame his fear. He kept shining, a tiny beacon of courage for all who lost their way in the dark.
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