Adam learns to say sorry. Adam is sometimes rude and then he regrets when he does or says something bad, but it is difficult for him to say "I'm sorry". Adam learns to apologize to others if he did or said something he shouldn't have. Adam notices that if you say the magic word "I'm sorry", then everything ends well and things can be nice again.

The magic word "Sorry"

Adam is crying, looking sad and thoughtful

Adam was a bright boy who loved to play and have fun. But sometimes, he would say things that hurt others. He didn't mean to be rude, but it just happened. One day, Adam made his friend Tod cry by calling him a mean name. Adam felt bad but didn't know what to do. He wanted to say something to make it better. But the words just wouldn't come out. Adam decided to talk to his mom about it.

The Trouble with Adam

Adam went to his mom and told her what happened. His mom listened carefully and then gave him a hug. 'Adam,' she said, 'sometimes we all make mistakes. It's important to say sorry when we do.' Adam looked puzzled. 'But what if he doesn't forgive me?' he asked. 'Saying sorry shows you care,' his mom explained. 'It's a magic word that can make things better.' Adam decided to give it a try.

Mom's Advice

Sad Adam talking with his sad school friend Lucy in a school, nervously apologizing her

The next day, Adam saw Tod at school. He still looked sad. Adam walked up to him and took a deep breath. 'Tod, I'm really sorry for what I said,' he told him. Tod looked at him for a moment. Then he smiled. 'Thank you, Adam,' he said. 'I forgive you.' Adam felt a huge weight lift off his shoulders. He realized his mom was right.

The First Apology

Adam looking remorseful while holding a broken toy car

Adam was happy he had made things right with Tod. But then, he accidentally broke his friend Ben's toy car. Ben was very upset. Adam felt terrible but remembered his mom's advice. He walked up to Ben and said, 'I'm sorry for breaking your toy car.' Ben looked angry at first. But then he saw that Adam really meant it. 'It's okay, Adam,' Ben said. 'I can fix it.' Adam felt relieved again.

A New Challenge

Very happy and smiling Adam in a classroom, with a happy and proud expression on his face.

Adam started to notice something amazing. Every time he said sorry, things got better. He began to use the magic word more often. One day, his teacher praised him for helping a classmate. 'Thank you, Adam,' she said. 'You're very kind.' Adam smiled, feeling proud. He realized that saying sorry was not just about fixing mistakes. It was also about showing kindness and respect. Adam felt happier than ever.

The Magic Word Spreads

Adam and Jack laughing together while cleaning up spilled paint, showing camaraderie.

Adam's friends noticed the change in him. They saw how he used the magic word to make things right. Soon, they started using it too. One day, Adam's friend Jack accidentally spilled paint on his shirt. 'I'm really sorry, Adam,' Jack said. Adam smiled and said, 'It's okay, Jack. It was an accident.' They both laughed and cleaned up the mess together. Adam felt proud of his friends for learning the magic word.

Helping Others

Adam opening a small box with a shiny new toy car inside, looking excited and grateful.

One afternoon, Adam's mom had a surprise for him. 'You've been so kind and thoughtful lately,' she said. 'I have a special treat for you.' She handed Adam a small box. Inside was a shiny new toy car. 'Thank you, Mom!' Adam exclaimed. 'You're welcome, Adam,' she said. 'I'm proud of you for learning to say sorry.' Adam felt very happy. He knew the magic word had made a big difference in his life.

A Special Surprise

Adam smiling confidently, surrounded by friends and family who are happy and proud of him.

Adam continued to use the magic word every day. He found it easier to say sorry when he made mistakes. His friends and family noticed how kind and respectful he had become. Adam felt proud of himself. He knew that saying sorry was a powerful way to show he cared. The magic word had changed his life for the better. And he was happy to share its magic with everyone he knew.