Sarah and Ben are loving siblings. Valentine's Day is coming up and Sarah explains to Ben what love and the holiday of love are. She explains to him using their relationship as an example, e.g. love is when you're sad and I hug you, love is when I miss you when you're not there and gives him 7 different examples. At the end they make a beautiful Valentine's Day card together and give it to their parents.

What is love?

Ben  and a speech bubble with a red heart and above his head, sitting on a couch with older sister Sarah smiling and explaining, a sunny window in the background

One sunny afternoon, Ben asked his sister Sarah, 'What is love?' Sarah smiled, knowing Valentine's Day was near. She said, 'Love is a special feeling we have for people we care about.' Ben looked puzzled and said, 'Can you tell me more?' Sarah nodded, ready to share her thoughts.

A Curious Question

Sarah giving Ben a big hug, both smiling, with a cozy living room setting

Sarah said, 'Love is when you're sad, and I give you a big hug to make you feel better.' Ben remembered the warm hugs Sarah gave him when he felt down. He smiled and said, 'Oh, I like those hugs!' Sarah laughed and replied, 'That's one way to show love.' Ben felt happy knowing his sister cared for him.

Love is a Hug

Sarah wearing pink dress with a a school backpack waving goodbye in the doorway

Sarah continued, 'Love is when I miss you when you're not there.' Ben thought about the times Sarah went to school, and he missed playing with her. 'I miss you too when you're at school,' Ben admitted. 'That's love too,' Sarah said, giving him a gentle pat on the head. Ben felt a warm glow inside.

Love is Missing You

Ben holding a  little doll with long blue hair, a toy shelf in the background

Sarah explained, 'Love is sharing my toys with you, even when I want to play with them.' Ben nodded, remembering the times Sarah let him play with her favorite doll. 'I like when we share,' Ben said happily. 'Sharing is caring, and that's love,' Sarah confirmed. Ben giggled, feeling grateful for his sister.

Love is Sharing

Ben and Sarah sitting at the table and putting together a puzzle

Sarah said, 'Love is helping you with your puzzles, even when they're tricky.' Ben recalled how Sarah always helped him solve puzzles. 'You make them fun,' Ben said with a grin. 'Helping each other is love,' Sarah explained. Ben felt proud to have such a helpful sister.

Love is Helping

Sarah and Ben, sitting together in the nice room

Sarah added, 'Love is listening to your stories, even if I've heard them before.' Ben chuckled, knowing he loved telling stories. 'You always listen,' he said. 'That's because I love you,' Sarah replied warmly. Ben felt understood and happy.

Love is Listening

Sarah hugging Ben tightly in a dimly lit room, a nightlight glowing softly

Sarah continued, 'Love is being there when you need me.' Ben remembered how Sarah stayed with him when he felt scared at night. 'You make me feel safe,' Ben said softly. 'That's love,' Sarah said, hugging him tightly. Ben knew he could always count on Sarah.

Love is Being There

Ben and Sarah sitting at a table, drawing hearts and writing messages on a Valentine's Day card, crayons scattered around

Sarah suggested, 'Let's make a Valentine's Day card for Mom and Dad.' Ben clapped his hands excitedly. Together, they drew hearts and wrote loving messages. 'This card shows our love,' Sarah said proudly. They couldn't wait to give it to their parents.