

Sam and Ben were brothers who liked to build things with lumber. They had many tools and nails that their dad gave them. They wanted to make a big house for their toys in the backyard.
Sam was very careful and followed the plan that their dad drew for them. He measured and cut the lumber and nailed it together. He asked Ben to help him, but Ben was lazy and bored. He wanted to play with his toys instead of working.
Ben said to Sam, "Why do you work so hard? It is no fun. Just put the lumber anywhere and it will be fine." He took some lumber and threw it on the ground. He made a mess and did not care.
Sam was angry and said to Ben, "You are not a good brother. You do not help me and you waste the lumber. The house will not be strong and safe if you do that. You need to be reliable and do your part."
But Ben did not listen. He ran away with his toys and left Sam alone. Sam worked hard and finished the house by himself. He was proud of his work and displayed it to their dad. Their dad was happy and praised Sam. He said, "You did a great job, Sam. You are reliable and smart. You can play with your toys in the house now."
Ben came back and saw the house. He was jealous and wanted to play in it too. He said to Sam, "Can I play with you in the house? It looks fun." But Sam said, "No, you cannot. You did not help me and you ruined the lumber. You are not reliable and you do not deserve to play in the house. Go away."
Ben was sad and sorry. He realized that he was wrong and that he should have helped Sam. He learned that being reliable is important and that working hard pays off. He apologized to Sam and asked for his forgiveness. Sam forgave him and let him play in the house. They became good brothers again and had fun together.
