One day, a little boy found a jar filled with tasty nuts. Excited, he reached in and grabbed a big handful. But when he tried to pull his hand out, it got stuck!

The boy tugged and tugged, but the more he held on to the nuts, the harder it was to free his hand. Finally, he realized he needed to let go. With a deep breath, he dropped some nuts and easily pulled his hand out. Though he had fewer nuts, he was happy he could enjoy them.

Moral:

Don’t be greedy.

Parenting Tip: Teach your child the importance of balance and moderation. This story helps them understand that letting go of a little can sometimes lead to a lot more joy and peace. Use everyday moments, like sharing toys or snacks, to reinforce this concept.

Fun Questions for Curious Kids

• Why do you think the boy’s hand got stuck in the jar?
• How did the boy feel when he couldn’t get his hand out?
• What do you think he learned from this experience?
• If you were the boy, what would you have done?
• Can you think of a time when you had to let go of something to get what you wanted?
• Why is it important not to take more than you need?
• What would happen if everyone only thought about themselves and not about sharing?

Did You Know? Fun Nut Facts!

1. Peanuts aren’t actually nuts—they’re legumes, like beans and lentils!
2. The world’s largest nut is the coco de mer, which can weigh up to 66 pounds!
3. Squirrels don’t find all the nuts they hide, which helps grow new trees!
4. Almonds are seeds of a fruit, not true nuts.
5. Walnuts are one of the oldest tree foods known to humans, dating back to 7,000 B.C.
6. Brazil nuts grow in massive pods that can weigh up to 5 pounds each.
7. Cashews grow on the outside of a fruit called a cashew apple.
8. Pistachios were once called the “smiling nut” in Iran because of their open shells.
9. Hazelnuts are also called filberts in some countries.
10. Chestnuts are one of the few nuts that have vitamin C.

Activity Idea:

Create a “Sharing Jar” at home. Fill a jar with treats, toys, or little surprises. Take turns reaching into the jar with a rule: only take one item at a time. This reinforces the importance of not being greedy and sharing with others.

Download Free Coloring Pages Related To This Story

Bring the story to life with coloring pages designed to spark creativity and make story time even more fun. Coloring helps kids express their creativity, improve focus, and reinforce the story’s themes in a fun, engaging way. After reading together, let them bring the story to life with colors!

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