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Potter and Papa Otter Cross the River

Potter and Papa Otter Cross the River

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Potter the Otter and Papa Otter set off on an adventure to see beautiful flowers growing on the other side of a wide river. But when Potter sees how far he has to swim, he feels nervous and unsure if he can make it.

With Papa Otter cheering him on from nearby, Potter learns an important lesson: sometimes the people who love us most can't do hard things for us—but they can believe in us every step of the way.

As Potter repeats the encouraging words, "I can do hard things, yes it's true. One small paddle, and then two," he finds the courage to keep going, even when the water feels cold and the journey seems difficult.

This heartwarming story celebrates resilience, confidence, and the power of believing in yourself. Young listeners will learn that big challenges can be overcome one small step—or paddle—at a time.

Themes: Courage, perseverance, independence, growth mindset, and supportive caregiving.

Learn more about Potter the Otter and find free resources at PotterTheOtter.org.

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