In the cozy, colorful world of Sesame Street, the friends were getting ready for bed. Big Bird, with his bright yellow feathers, was fluffing his oversized pillow.
Oscar the Grouch, despite his grumpy exterior, was meticulously arranging his trash can treasures. He liked having them near, just in case one was needed for a cozy hug.
Cookie Monster, with a rumbling tummy, was practicing his "s-s-s-shhh" sound to signal it was time to rest. He knew his tummy would be rumbling if he didn't get to bed.
Suddenly, a sweet smell of freshly baked cookies filled the air. It came from Zoe's house. Zoe, a clever young girl with bright eyes, was making cookies for everyone on Sesame Street.
Big Bird, with a flutter of excitement, nudged Oscar. 'Oscar, do you want a cookie?' he asked.
Oscar grumbled, 'Cookies? I'd like one, but I need more room for my treasures.'
Zoe smiled. 'Don't worry, Oscar, we have plenty of cookies. Here's a special chocolate chip cookie for you, and one for Big Bird.'
Big Bird and Oscar happily gobbled down their cookies, their rumbling tummies soon quiet. They all felt thankful for Zoe's kindness. The cookies tasted even sweeter because they were a gift.
Remembering how many cookies Zoe had baked, Cookie Monster began to feel a pang of guilt for being so greedy. He wanted to show his gratitude to Zoe, so he asked her if he could help.
Zoe smiled. 'Of course, Cookie Monster! You can help me count the cookies.'
Together, Cookie Monster and Zoe carefully counted every delicious cookie, and then started putting the leftovers neatly into boxes. They were so happy to help out.
Later that night, tucked in their beds, everyone whispered sweet dreams to each other. They knew that friendship and kindness were even more wonderful than a delicious chocolate chip cookie.
Oscar, nestled amongst his trash can treasures, felt a warmth in his heart. He wasn't grumpy anymore, he was happy. Big Bird felt the same, because even though Zoe had given him a cookie, the friendship was worth more than a cookie. Cookie Monster felt really good knowing he could help.
They all realized that sharing and helping others made everything better. That's how they spent their special bedtime on Sesame Street, happy in their friendship.
They knew they'd be back tomorrow to enjoy the friendship with their new friends.
Now, close your eyes and dream of all the wonderful friends you have in your life.