In this narrated children’s story, Frog and Toad read about heroic characters who battle dragons and giants and wonder if they themselves are brave. They test their courage by climbing a mountain, confronting a snake, surviving an avalanche, and evading a hawk. Throughout the perilous journey, both repeatedly proclaim they are not afraid, even when trembling. After the adventure, they return home, express gratitude for each other's bravery, and settle into bed, feeling brave together. The tale emphasizes facing fears, the power of friendship, and the comforting reassurance that bravery can be shared.
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Story 4, Dragons and Giants. Frog and Toad were reading a book together. The people in this book are so brave! said Toad. They fight dragons and giants and they are never afraid! I wonder if we are brave? said Frog. Frog and Toad looked in the mirror. We look brave, said Frog. Yes, but are we? asked Toad. Frog and Toad went outside. We can try and climb this mountain! said Frog. That should tell us if we are brave! Frog went leaping over rocks and Toad came puffing up behind him. They came across a dark cave. A big snake came out of the cave. Hello, lunch! said the snake when he saw Frog and Toad. He opened his mouth wide. Frog and Toad jumped away. Toad was shaking. I am not afraid! he cried. They climbed higher. Then they heard a loud noise. Many large stones were rolling down the mountain. It's an avalanche! cried Toad. Frog and Toad jumped away. Frog was trembling. I am not afraid! He shouted. They came to the top of the mountain. The shadow of a hawk fell over them. Frog and Toad jumped under a rock. The hawk flew away. We are not afraid! We are not afraid! screamed Frog and Toad at the same time. Then they ran down the mountain very fast. They ran past the place where they saw the avalanche. They ran past the place Frog, I am glad to have a brave friend like you! said Toad. He jumped into bed and pulled the covers over his head. And I am happy to know a brave person like you, Toad! said Frog. He jumped into the closet and shut the door. Toad stayed in bed and looked at the wall. stayed in the bed and Frog stayed in the closet. They stayed there for a long time, just feeling very brave together.