Crocky the crocodile wasn't like the other crocodiles. While they loved to sunbathe and snap at passing fish, Crocky loved to giggle. He giggled when the moon peeked over the trees, he giggled when the stars twinkled, and he giggled when the sleepy birds chirped their goodnight songs.
His giggles were so loud, they echoed across the swamp, startling the sleepy frogs and causing the fireflies to blink in surprise. The other crocodiles grumbled. "Crocky, you're too silly! Crocodiles don't giggle!" they'd snap.
One night, Crocky giggled so hard, he accidentally bumped into Freddie the frog, who was trying to catch a particularly juicy mosquito. Freddie tumbled into the muddy water with a splash!
Crocky felt terrible. He stopped giggling immediately. "Oh dear! I'm so sorry, Freddie!" he cried. Freddie, surprisingly, just chuckled. "Don't worry, Crocky! It's all part of the fun!" he said, shaking the water from his head.
Crocky, feeling a little braver, explained how much he loved to giggle. Freddie listened patiently, and then shared his own silly stories of trying to catch mosquitos. Soon, they were both giggling together, a happy chorus of croaks and chuckles.
Word spread throughout the swamp about Crocky and Freddie's friendship. The other crocodiles, hearing their laughter, began to peek out from behind the lily pads. They were surprised to see how much fun Crocky and Freddie were having. Slowly, even the grumpiest crocodiles started to crack a smile.
That night, as the moon shone brightly, Crocky and Freddie giggled together, surrounded by a circle of smiling crocodiles. They'd discovered that being silly and kind could bring everyone together. And from that night on, the swamp was filled with even more laughter than before. Even the sleepy birds giggled along!
So, remember, little one, it's always okay to be silly and kind, just like Crocky. And if you accidentally bump into someone, a kind apology and a giggle can make everything better. Now close your eyes, and let the sweet sounds of laughter lull you to sleep.