Story Time 03 - "The Helpful Hippo" (Medium)

Read the story and answer the questions

The Helpful Hippo

Henry the hippo loved taking mud baths in the river. One day, while rolling in the mud, he saw a tiny green turtle struggling to climb a big rock.

"Need a hand?" Henry boomed kindly.

The turtle peeked out of its shell. "Yes, please! I can't reach the top."

Henry carefully scooped the turtle up in his mouth and placed it gently on the top of the rock. "There you go, little friend!" he said.

"Thank you, Mr. Hippo!" squeaked the turtle. "Now I can finally lay my eggs in the soft sand."

Henry smiled. "You're welcome! Happy hatching!"