The story revolves around two characters, Toad and Stock. Toad, an adventurous character, and Stock, a more cautious one, embark on a series of challenges and adventures. They start by making a list of things they have to do, but the list gets lost due to a strong wind. Despite the disappointment, they continue with their day.
Toad invites Stock to his garden, where they attempt to grow seeds. However, the seeds refuse to grow due to fear. Toad suggests various ways to overcome their fear, such as waiting for the sun to shine on them and letting the rain fall. Despite these efforts, the seeds still don't grow, and Stock becomes increasingly frustrated.
One day, Toad and Stock decide to test their bravery by climbing a mountain. They encounter a snake, a falcon, and an avalanche, but they manage to overcome these challenges. In the end, they realize that they are indeed brave, and they celebrate their newfound courage.
The story concludes with Toad and Stock having a good day together, reflecting on their adventures and their newfound friendship.
1. The text is a story about two characters, Toad and Stock.
2. Toad creates a list of things he needs to do in one day.
3. Stock helps Toad cross out the tasks he has already completed.
4. The list is torn away by a strong wind and Toad and Stock chase after it.
5. After failing to catch the list, they return home.
6. Toad suggests writing "sleep" on the floor and crossing it out.
7. They both fall asleep in the garden.
8. Toad has a beautiful garden which he tends to.
9. Stock visits the garden and is impressed.
10. They try to grow seeds together, but they fail to grow.
11. Toad suggests they read stories, sing songs, and play music to make the seeds grow.
12. The next day, the seeds start to grow.
13. Toad and Stock eat many cookies, and then regret it.
14. Toad explains the concept of willpower to Stock.
15. They attempt to resist eating more cookies by placing them in a box on a high shelf.
16. However, they are still tempted and end up eating the cookies.
17. Toad and Stock read a book about brave characters who fight dragons and giants.
18. They decide to climb a mountain to test their bravery.
19. They encounter a snake and a falcon, but manage to escape.
20. They feel very brave after their ordeal and decide to be friends.