
On Saturday morning, Maya hurried to the playground with her red wagon.
I Wanted the First TurnA child feels disappointed about going second, then learns that waiting can include watching, cheering, and knowing a turn is coming.
1. On Saturday morning, Maya hurried to the playground with her red wagon.
2. Maya and Lila found one wagon and made a careful waiting line.
3. Lila climbed in first, while Maya stood behind and squeezed her hands.
4. Maya wanted the first turn, so she sat quietly on the bench.
5. Maya watched Lila ride down and cheered, “You did it, Lila!”
6. Lila stepped out and pointed to the wagon. “Maya, your turn is next.”
7. Maya climbed inside, and Lila held the wagon steady for her.
8. Maya took her turn, and her waiting had filled it with cheering.
9. Maya still liked going first, but second could hold a turn too.
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