Peter’s Puzzle Challenge
About This Story
This story is about Taking on Challenges Step By Step
Have you ever felt excited about making something exceptional?
In this story, Peter has his heart set on a fantastic puzzle.
Peter’s Puzzle Challenge
Peter had his eyes set on a big puzzle at the store; it was a wild horse running across a meadow.
It was also the most giant puzzle Peter had ever seen. It had one thousand pieces!
"Dad, can we get this one? Please?" he asked with excitement.
His dad looked at the puzzle and then at Peter. "That's a very big puzzle, and it's much more complicated than the 30-piece puzzles you did last time," he said gently.
"But I promise I'll finish it!" Peter insisted, very determined.
His dad knelt to his level and said, "Peter, big puzzles create really big challenges too. It’s important to try new adventures, but I want you to feel successful when facing new challenges. The best part about puzzles is the feeling you get when you place the last piece.”
Peter thought about it, his excitement mixed with understanding.
“I remember you almost gave up on the last puzzle, but you kept going. And, when it was done, you felt great. I want you to feel great when you finish your next puzzle, too.” Dad added.
Peter nodded, his resolve strengthened. "Okay, what size puzzle would be my next level, Dad?” Peter asked.
Dad said, “How about you double it each time you finish one on your own.” Does that seem like a challenge?”
“Sure does,” Peter concluded.
The End
Let’s talk about the story.
Peter felt proud of completing 30 piece puzzles, and now has his eye on a 1000 piece puzzle. What does his dad want Peter to feel?
Do you think Peter will enjoy working his way up to doing such a big puzzle?
What size puzzles do you like to put together?
Is it a good idea to double the number of pieces each time Peter finishes a puzzle on his own?
What could Peter do if he feels frustrated with a puzzle he is working on?
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