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Teddy and the gentle night light

Teddy, a small and shy bear, feels scared in the dark when he thinks he sees a monster in his room. With the help of Mama Lamp, he discovers that what he fears is just his hat and coat, learning that talking can help him feel brave.

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A small teddy bear, Teddy, is sitting on a cozy bed, his round, shiny eyes showing that he is worried and a bit scared. He is covered with a soft, colorful blanket, with a button nose and rounded ears. Next to him, a lamp shaped like a mother, with a smiling lampshade and rays of golden light, brightens the room. It has a warm and reassuring expression, as if telling Teddy that he has nothing to fear. The room is filled with colorful toys, with pastel blue walls and twinkling stars on the ceiling. A small fluffy rug is on the floor, and a comfortable armchair is near the bed. Teddy, holding his blanket, looks curiously towards a chair where his hat and coat are, thinking they might be a monster. The lamp's light gently illuminates the scene, creating a comforting and warm atmosphere.

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Designed for toddlers (2 years and under): a deliberately short, very simple and reassuring story.

Teddy is in bed. It is dark. Teddy is small. Teddy is shy. Teddy feels scared.

“Teddy, are you okay?” says Mama Lamp.

“I think I see a monster,” Teddy whispers. Teddy's eyes are big. Teddy hugs his blanket.

Mama Lamp shines her light. The room is soft and warm.

“Where is the monster?” asks Mama Lamp.

Teddy points. “There! By my chair. It is big. It is scary.”

Mama Lamp smiles. “Let's look together.”

Teddy holds Mama Lamp's hand. They walk to the chair.

Mama Lamp shines bright. “See, Teddy? It is just your hat and your coat.”

Teddy looks. Teddy blinks. “It is just my hat. It is just my coat.”

Mama Lamp hugs Teddy. “Monsters are not real, Teddy. When you feel scared, you can talk to me.”

Teddy nods. Teddy feels warm.

Teddy says, “Thank you, Mama Lamp.”

Mama Lamp kisses Teddy's head.

Teddy smiles. “I am not scared now. Talking helps.”

Mama Lamp holds Teddy close. “You are very brave, Teddy.”

Teddy yawns. “Good night, Mama Lamp.”

Mama Lamp whispers, “Good night, Teddy. I am here.”

Teddy closes his eyes. Teddy feels safe. Teddy is not scared.

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Monster: A scary creature that is not real, often found in stories.
Hug: To hold someone tightly in your arms to show love or comfort.
Blink: To quickly close and open your eyes.
Brave: Having the courage to face fears or difficult situations.
Scared: Feeling afraid or worried.
Whisper: To speak very softly so that only a few people can hear.

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