Moral
of the Story:
Our bodies feel happier when we
choose foods that help us grow strong. Too much sugar can make our energy crash
and our moods feel shaky. Processed carbohydrates burn quickly and leave us
hungry again. Natural foods give steady power that lasts all day. Smart choices
help us listen to our real hunger.
Healthy habits make our minds calm and clear. Good conversations guide us
toward better eating. Every wise choice helps our bodies feel peaceful and
proud.
In the heart of Maplewood Forest
lived a bright-eyed squirrel named Sunny. Sunny was cheerful, curious, and loved
to play from sunrise to sunset. He could leap from branch to branch with
lightning speed and race his friends across the forest floor.
But Sunny had a tiny secret that
kept him from feeling his very best.
He loved sweet treats.
He loved crunchy sugary snacks.
He loved soft, warm rolls and little crackers that crumbled in his paws.
Whenever he smelled something sweet, his paws tingled with excitement. Whenever he passed a bakery tree, he felt
drawn to it like a magnet. He ate sugary snacks when he was bored, when he was
sad, when he was excited, and even when his tummy was not asking for food at all.
At first, Sunny thought nothing was
wrong. Sweet things were fun. Sweet things tasted good. Sweet things made him
smile. But slowly, Sunny began to notice something.
He was tired.
He ran more slowly.
He felt hungry again even after eating a big snack.
One morning, Sunny tried to climb his
favorite oak tree. Halfway up, his paws felt heavy. His breath felt tight. His
body felt tired even though he had eaten plenty.
Penny the Pine Bird landed beside
him. “Sunny, are you all right?” she chirped.
Sunny sighed. “I do not know. I feel
tired all the time. And hungry again even though I just ate a big roll.”
Penny tilted her head kindly. “My
mom says sugary foods burn fast. They give a quick pop of energy, but then they
disappear and leave your tummy confused.”
Sunny blinked. “Confused? How can a
tummy be confused?”
Penny fluttered her wings. “When we
eat a lot of sugar or processed snacks, our energy jumps up very quickly. But
soon after, it drops. When it drops, our brain thinks we need more food even
though our body still has enough. That is why you feel hungry again so soon.”
Sunny felt a spark of understanding.
“So that is why I keep eating and still feel tired.”
Penny nodded. “Natural foods like
fruit, nuts, seeds, vegetables, and whole grains give slow, steadier energy that
lasts longer.”
That afternoon, Sunny went home and
found his mother sorting nuts and berries.
“Mom, can I ask something?” he said
softly.
Mama Squirrel looked up with love in
her eyes. “Of course, my sweet one. What is on your mind?”
Sunny sat close. “I think I am
eating too many sugary things. Penny said they make my hunger confused and my
energy drop. I do not feel as strong as I used to.”
Mama smiled warmly. “I am proud of
you for noticing how your body feels. You are growing and learning. Sugar and
processed snacks may taste nice, but they trick the body into thinking it needs
more food. Natural foods give you the strength you need to climb, run, and play.”
Sunny looked at the baskets of
berries and nuts. “Can I try eating more of these instead?”
Mama nodded. “We can make new habits
together. You will still enjoy sweet things sometimes, but you will learn
balance, and your body will thank you.”
That evening, the whole family
gathered around a simple meal of fresh greens, crunchy nuts, colorful berries,
roasted chestnuts, and a small bowl of warm grain porridge. The colors glowed
like a rainbow, and the smells filled the air with comfort.
Sunny took a bite. Then another.
Then another. Everything tasted real and fresh. He felt full but not too full.
He felt satisfied in a calm, clear way.
The next morning, Sunny woke up
feeling lighter. His mind felt sharper. His paws felt stronger. He ran outside
and raced across the meadow with more speed than he had felt in weeks.
Penny called from a branch above. “Sunny,
look at you. You are flying.”
Sunny laughed with joy. “I feel
amazing. I think my body likes what I am feeding it now.”
Penny clapped her wings. “Healthy
choices make a big difference.”
Sunny nodded proudly. “Sugar is fun
sometimes, but I will not let it fool my tummy anymore. I want steady energy so
I can climb and play all day.”
From that day forward, Sunny still
enjoyed treats once in a while, but he chose natural foods most of the time. He
listened to his tummy. He talked to his family. He trusted his body. And every
day he grew stronger, happier, and more joyful.
Sunny learned something wonderful.
Good choices help his body shine.
And his heart felt proud because he was taking care of himself in the best way
possible.
Moral of the Story Poem:
Sweet treats taste good, but fade
away
Natural foods bring strength that stays
Sugar jumps up, then tumbles low
Natural fuel brings a steady glow
Choose calm energy each day
Let wise choices guide your way
Love the body where you live
Healthy habits always give
Discussion Questions
1.
How does Sunny feel when he eats too
much sugar, and how does he feel when he chooses natural foods
2.
What does it mean when sugar gives
quick energy and then makes the body crash
3.
What healthy choices can you make
this week to help your body feel steady, strong, and happy
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