The brave little baboon
Eric Ouma

In a lush forest, a small baboon named Kito lived among his troop. Though tiny and often overlooked, Kito had a heart full of courage.
One day, a great storm flooded the river where the troop drank. The larger baboons hesitated,

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afraid to cross the rushing water. But Kito leapt from rock to rock, guiding his family one by one to safety.
When the danger passed, the troop celebrated Kito. Though small, his bravery had saved them all. The elders whispered, “Courage is

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not in size, but in the heart that dares.”
From that day, Kito was no longer just a little baboon—he was a hero, a reminder that even the smallest among us can face great challenges with bravery and love.

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The brave little baboon
Author - Eric Ouma
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Language - English
Level - First paragraphs