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Pamuk had played many games that day. Blocks, puppets and paper covered the room. Dad said it was time to tidy up. Pamuk lifted a block, then sat down. The lamb’s arms felt heavy and thoughts felt crowded.
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“I do not want to,” Pamuk said. Dad sat beside the lamb. “What feels difficult?” he asked. Pamuk thought about the whole busy day. “I need a little quiet,” the lamb explained.
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They chose a short pause together. Dad said he felt tired too. Pamuk was surprised that grown-ups could need rest. They placed two cushions beside the sofa. Pamuk took a book and looked at its pictures without reading.
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Mum brought a light blanket, and a sibling wanted to join. “Could we be quiet for now?” Pamuk asked. The sibling drew beside them. They did different things in the same corner, making room for each other.
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After a while, Pamuk stood up. The toys were still there. Dad chose blocks, Mum chose paper, and Pamuk put puppets in a basket. The sibling found a missing puppet hat. Smaller parts made the job feel easier.
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That evening they kept the resting corner. “We can use it tomorrow,” Pamuk said. Everyone did not have to feel tired at the same time. The corner remained a place to ask for a pause whenever someone needed one.
Talk together
How do you say you need a rest? What would be in your quiet corner?