TIGER
Tiger is a Robimal who likes to play pounce. He has a great smile and likes leaving clues for his friends. Tiger belongs to a team and participates in a group that has given him a great job.
TEAM: YELLOW
GROUP: SMILE
JOB: TEACHING OTHERS TO BE “POSITIVE”
Tiger’s Positive Story
Tiger was full of energy and always had the best ideas for games and adventures. One morning, he woke up with a brilliant idea: he wanted to organize a treasure hunt for his friends.
Tiger spent the whole morning thinking of clever clues and hiding spots for his treasure. He made a map with colorful drawings and hid a little chest filled with shiny pebbles, feathers, and some yummy treats. But as he looked at his treasure map, a tiny seed of worry started to grow in his heart.
"What if the kids don't like my game?" Tiger thought to himself. "What if it's too hard or too boring?"
Tiger's tail drooped, and he felt like giving up. Just then, his mother strolled by and noticed his sad face.
"What's wrong, Tiger?" she asked gently. “Your sweet smile is upside down.”
"I wanted to have a treasure hunt with my friends, but I don’t know if they will like it," Tiger sighed. "Maybe I should just forget about it."
She sat down beside Tiger and gave him a warm hug. "You know, Tiger, it's normal to feel worried sometimes. But being positive can help you feel better and to give things a try. Do you know what being positive means?"
Tiger shook his head. "Not really."
"Being positive means looking at the bright side of things and believing that good things can happen," Mrs. Tigress explained. "Instead of focusing on what could go wrong, try thinking about what could go right. When you're positive, you can turn your worries into excitement."
Tiger listened carefully. "But how can I be positive, Mama?"
"Let's practice together," she said with a smile. "First, think about all the fun you had planning the treasure hunt. You put so much effort into it because you wanted to make your friends happy. That's a great start!"
Tiger nodded, feeling a little better.
"Now, imagine how excited your friends will be when they find the first clue," she continued. "Think about their smiles and laughter. Doesn't that make you feel happy?"
Tiger's eyes lit up. "Yeah, it does! I bet they'll love the clues."
"Exactly! And even if something doesn't go as planned, it's okay. The important thing is that you made the effort to have fun with your friends," she said. "Remember, being positive means believing in yourself and in the good things that can happen."
Tiger took a deep breath and smiled. "Okay, Mama. I'll try to be positive."
With his newfound positive outlook, Tiger gathered his friends: Dino, Snake, Panther and Sheep. He showed them a treasure map and explained the rules of the game. His friends' eyes widened with excitement.
"This looks amazing, Tiger!" Sheep said, flapping her tail.
"I can't wait to find the treasure!" Dino added, hopping up and down.
"Let's get started!" Snake said, swinging from a branch.
Tiger felt a warm, happy feeling in his heart. He handed the map to Panther, who led the way to the first clue. They ran around the neighborhood, giggling and cheering as they found each cleverly hidden clue. Tiger watched with joy as his friends solved each puzzle and got closer to the treasure. He couldn’t help but smile. “They really like my clues,” he thought to himself.
Finally, they reached the last clue, which led them to a big oak tree. Snake spotted the treasure chest hidden behind the tree trunk and shouted, "We found it!"
The friends gathered around the chest and opened it, their faces lighting up with delight as they saw the shiny pebbles, colorful feathers, and tasty treats inside.
"This is the best treasure hunt ever!" Dino exclaimed, munching on a treat.
"Yeah, Tiger, you did a great job!" Sheep agreed.
"Can we do this again sometime?" Panther asked eagerly.
Tiger's heart swelled with pride and happiness. "Of course! I'm so glad you all liked it."
As the friends celebrated their successful treasure hunt, Tiger’s mother watched from a distance, smiling. She knew that her little Tiger had learned an important lesson about being positive.
Tiger saw that with a positive attitude, he could make any adventure a wonderful success.
The End
Let’s Talk About The Story:
Tiger had a choice when he was planning the treasure hunt. He could choose to think about what could go well, or he could think more about what could go wrong.
Who helped him flip his unhelpful worry thoughts into positive thoughts?
What made Tiger feel like smiling?
His friends loved his treasure hunt and had fun. What positive thought could Tiger have if one of his friends did not like the treasure hunt?
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Meet the Real Tiger!
Cool Facts: Tigers are one of the world's largest and most powerful cats. They have stunning orange fur with black stripes, unique to each tiger, much like human fingerprints. Unlike most other big cats, tigers are excellent swimmers and love the water.
Where They Live: Tigers live in various habitats, including dense jungles, grasslands, and snowy forests. They are found in India, Russia, China, and Southeast Asia.
Where They Sleep: Tigers don't build homes but find shelter in shaded spots, caves, or thick vegetation. They often sleep during the day and become more active at dusk and dawn.
Home Life and Social: Tigers are primarily solitary animals. A mother tiger called a tigress, raises her cubs alone, teaching them how to hunt and survive until they are ready to live independently.
Friendships: Tigers typically live alone and are very territorial. They use scratch marks on trees and scent markings to communicate and keep other tigers away from their territory.
What They Do for Fun: Tigers enjoy swimming and playing in the water to cool off. They also love to play with their cubs, engaging in activities like chasing and pouncing in the tall grass.
Size of the Animal: Tigers can grow quite large. They can be 8 to 12 feet long, including their tail, stand about 3 to 3.5 feet tall at the shoulder, and weigh between 200 to 670 pounds, depending on the subspecies.
Power Level: Tigers are incredibly powerful animals known for their strength.
Lifespan: In the wild, tigers typically live around 10 to 15 years old. They can live up to 20 years or more in captivity due to better medical care and a consistent food supply.
First Known: Tigers have been known and revered for thousands of years. Fossil evidence suggests that tigers have existed for about 2 million years. They have also been depicted in ancient art and folklore, indicating their long-standing presence and significance to human cultures.
