

Tim and Sue are friends. They like to play outside. One day, they see a big mountain far away. They want to go there and see what is on top.
"Can we go to the mountain, Mom?" Tim asks his mom.
"No, Tim, it is too far and too high. You are too small to climb the mountain. Maybe when you are older, you can go there," Mom says.
"But Mom, we want to see the mountain. It looks so fun and pretty. Please, Mom, please," Sue says.
"I'm sorry, Sue, but it is not safe for you to go to the mountain. You can play in the park or in the backyard. There are many things you can do there," Mom says.
Tim and Sue are sad. They really want to go to the mountain. They think it is not normal to stay at home when there is a big mountain to explore. They look at the mountain and wish they could go there.
Then, they see a bird. The bird is flying near the mountain. The bird is colorful and loud. It looks happy and free.
"Hello, bird," Tim says. "Do you like the mountain?"
"Yes, I do," the bird says. "The mountain is my home. I fly there every day. There are many trees and flowers and animals on the mountain. It is beautiful and fun."
"Wow, that sounds amazing," Sue says. "Can you take us to the mountain, bird? Can you show us your home?"
The bird thinks for a moment. Then, it says, "I can offer you a ride, but only for a little while. You have to hold on tight and listen to me. The mountain is not easy to fly to. There are many winds and rocks and clouds. You have to be brave and careful."
Tim and Sue are excited. They want to see the mountain with the bird. They say yes to the bird. They hold on to the bird's wings and feathers. The bird flies up in the sky with them. They see the mountain getting closer and closer. They see the trees and flowers and animals on the mountain. They feel the wind and the sun and the rain. They hear the bird's song and the mountain's voice. They are happy and amazed.
They thank the bird for the ride. The bird says, "You are welcome. I hope you enjoyed the mountain. But now, you have to go back to your mom. She will be worried about you. You can come back another day, if you want."
Tim and Sue say goodbye to the bird. They hold on to the bird's wings and feathers again. The bird flies down in the sky with them. They see the park and the backyard and their mom. They are glad to be back. They hug their mom and tell her about the mountain and the bird. Mom is surprised and happy. She says, "You are very lucky to have such a friend. The bird is very kind and generous. But next time, please ask me before you go anywhere. I love you and I want you to be safe."
Tim and Sue say, "We love you too, Mom. And we love the bird and the mountain. They are our friends too. Can we go there again, Mom?"
Mom smiles and says, "Maybe, someday, we can all go there together. But for now, let's have some lunch. You must be hungry after your adventure."
Tim and Sue nod and smile. They are hungry and tired. They have lunch with their mom. They eat and drink and talk. They are happy and normal. They dream of the mountain and the bird. They dream of flying and exploring. They dream of being friends.
