1. John notices a new family moving into the house next door. He sees a quiet girl named Sydney, who appears different (very pale, blue eyes and blonde hair), holding a teddy bear and seeming a bit distant.
2. John, feeling shy but eager to make a new friend, waves at Sydney. She doesn’t respond much, but he decides to give her space, sensing she might be shy.
3. The next day, John approaches Sydney again, introduces himself, and asks if she wants to play. After some hesitation, Sydney agrees, and they spend the afternoon playing and getting to know each other.
4. John returns the next day with drawing paper and crayons. Sydney smiles and begins to open up more. They draw together and share stories, with John learning that Sydney is shy but enjoys drawing. Their friendship blossoms, showing that kindness and patience can help overcome differences.


Why is She Different?

John looking out his window, observing a quiet girl holding a teddy bear among movers next door

John noticed a new family moving into the house next door. He was curious and watched from his window. Among the movers, he saw a quiet girl holding a teddy bear. She seemed different and a bit distant. John wondered who she was.

A New Neighbor

John standing in his garden, waving at Sydney who is holding her teddy bear, with a house in the background

The next day, John saw the albino girl again in the garden. Feeling shy but excited, he waved at her. The girl, Sydney, looked at him but didn't wave back. John thought maybe she was just shy. He decided to give her some space.

A Shy Wave

John smiling and introducing himself to Sydney, who is holding her teddy bear, in a garden setting

John couldn't stop thinking about Sydney. He wanted to make a new friend. So, he gathered his courage and went over to introduce himself. 'Hi, I'm John,' he said with a smile. Sydney hesitated but then nodded and said, 'I'm Sydney.'

Meeting Sydney

John and Sydney playing in the garden, both smiling and running around, with flowers in the background

John asked Sydney if she wanted to play. After a moment, she agreed with a small smile. They played in the garden, running around and laughing. John was happy to see Sydney smile. They were starting to become friends.

An Afternoon of Play

John and Sydney sitting on the grass with drawing paper and crayons, Sydney drawing a rainbow

The next day, John brought drawing paper and crayons. Sydney's eyes lit up when she saw them. They sat on the grass and began to draw. Sydney drew a beautiful picture of a rainbow. John was impressed by her talent.

Drawing Together

John and Sydney sitting on the grass, sharing stories, with drawings scattered around them

As they drew, John and Sydney shared stories. Sydney told John about her old home and how she missed her friends. John listened and shared his own stories. They found they had many things in common. Their friendship grew stronger.

Sharing Stories

John and Sydney smiling at each other, surrounded by their drawings, with a sense of friendship in the air

John realized that Sydney was just like him, even if she seemed different at first. He learned that everyone is unique in their own way. Sydney was shy but kind and creative. John was glad he took the time to know her.

Understanding Differences

John and Sydney playing together in the garden, both smiling with joy, their friendship evident

With patience and kindness, John and Sydney became best friends. They played and drew together every day. Sydney wasn't so distant anymore. John felt happy to have such a special friend. They both learned that friendship knows no differences.