Archie is a small boy. He lives in an enchanted forest. He loves fun. He has a friend. The friend is a gentle lion. The lion is kind. One day Archie loses his red hat. The hat is very special. It is his lucky hat. Archie feels sad. He cries a little. The lion sees Archie cry. The lion roars softly. He says, "Do not cry, friend. We will find your red hat." Archie wipes his tears. He smiles at the lion. They begin their quest. They walk on soft grass. They look under leaves. They look behind trees. The forest is bright. Birds sing above. Butterflies fly near. Archie and lion work as a team. They laugh and talk. They share hope. They feel brave. They hope to find the hat soon. Then they meet a kind witch. The witch is not bad. She wears a tall hat. She smiles at Archie. She asks, "Did you lose this?" She holds the red hat. Archie’s eyes shine. Archie says, "Yes! Thank you!" The witch nods. She says, "I saw it on a rock by the stream." Archie thanks the witch. The lion gives her a wild flower. The witch seems happy. She waves her wand. A small spray of sparkles lights the air. Archie laughs. The lion roars with joy. They play tag for a moment. Then they wave goodbye to the witch. Archie puts on his red hat. He feels warm. He hugs the lion. They head home. Archie feels proud. He learned friends help. He learned to not give up. He learned to ask for help. They reach Archie’s small house. Archie walks in. He hops on his bed. He waves good night. The lion curls next to the door. They both feel safe. The stars shine bright outside. Archie says, "We make a good team." The lion nods. They rest. End.
Now Archie and his lion friend walk along a bright path. They see tall trees with green leaves. They see red berries on low bushes. They pick a few berries to eat. Archie offers berries to the lion. The lion eats the berries gently. Archie laughs. They feel the sun on their faces. They listen to a brook that flows nearby. They walk to the brook and drink cool water. Archie and the lion wash their feet in the water. Little fish swim around them. They wave at the fish. The forest seems alive. The birds join their song. Archie and the lion sing a happy tune. They skip along the path. They hug each other with joy.
Next morning Archie and the lion wake early. The sky is pink and gold. They step outside the small house. Birds chirp in the soft trees. Archie carries a basket. The lion walks beside him. They feel bright and brave. Archie says, "I love the forest!" The lion roars in tune. They find a hidden box under a mossy rock. The box is shiny. Archie opens it. Inside he sees a golden coin and a sweet cookie. He shows it to the lion. The lion’s eyes sparkle.
Archie and the lion dance around a tall oak. They share the cookie bit by bit. They laugh and spin. The wind hums a soft song. Sunbeams warm their hair. They rest under the oak tree. The lion leans his head on Archie’s lap. Archie pets him. They feel calm and happy.
At last Archie looks at the golden coin. He holds it up. He says, "This is our treasure!" The lion purrs. Archie puts the coin on a small shelf in his house. He keeps the red hat and the coin safe. He knows the forest gave him a gift. He knows friendship is magic. They both smile. They both sleep well. End of story.