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Bedtime Story – Friday 24th June
Welcome to tonight’s bedtime story. Remember, you can always look back at our previous stories on our new Orchard Brae YouTube Channel.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTu54C_q3kCJsdSO8mlIonw
If you would like to join in and record a new bedtime story to share, please contact Amy Dunnett (Principal Teacher Primary) adunnett@aberdeencity.gov.uk for more information.
So get comfy and cuddle up because it’s time for a new Bedtime Story. Tonight’s story is…
It All Began When I Said Yes (written by Simon Philip and illustrated by Annabel Tempest)
Sometimes saying yes is a brilliant thing. You can meet new people, discover amazing things, and go on exciting adventures . . . but not always. When a gorilla named Gideon shows up at your house with lots of questions and some pretty bonkers requests, perhaps “yes” will lead to trouble, trouble, and maybe just a touch more trouble. One thing’s for sure – it definitely won’t be boring!