Kidy
Hi, little one. This morning Growy wants to get ready all alone, but oh dear. Growy pulls a warm woolly sock right over one ear and beams, 'How do I look? Ooh, and if I listen, I can hear the sea in here!' You burst out laughing.
'Socks go on feet, silly!' you giggle, and you show Growy how. Growy tries again and pops the sock on the OTHER ear. You laugh so hard you almost tip over. Then you gently guide it onto a wiggly foot.
Next, Growy grabs a hairbrush and starts scrubbing away at Growy's teeth with it. 'Minty!' Growy says proudly. 'No, no,' you laugh, 'that one is for hair. This little one is for teeth.' You hand over the toothbrush and show the round, round brushing.
Then Growy tries to eat cereal with a fork, and the milk splashes everywhere. Splat! You fetch a spoon and scoop up a big bite to show how. Growy watches you closely, learning from the expert. That expert is you.
Finally, when everything is done at last, Growy gives you a huge hug. 'Everyone gets things wrong sometimes, and a patient friend makes learning fun.' You feel proud and warm and very, very capable.
For the rest of the day, whenever Growy is unsure, Growy just looks at you and copies. Then Growy asks, 'So, little one... did we grow a little today?' You did. 'Here is your little grow for tomorrow,' says Growy. 'Be the teacher: show someone one thing you already know how to do.' See you tomorrow, little one.