The Brothers' Playground Roll

Samuel and Nathan, two brothers with hair as bright and blonde as the sun, loved Saturdays. That was jiu-jitsu day with their dad, Tomas! But today, they were at their favourite playground. The swings squeaked a happy tune, and the bright yellow slide was warm from the sunshine, just waiting for fun.

“Look, Sammy!” said Nathan, puffing out his chest. He pointed to a shiny gold star on his jiu-jitsu uniform. “I got a star 'cause I'm getting so strong!” Dad Tomas had been so proud. At the playground, Nathan wanted to show off a super-tricky move he learned. “Let's try a 'Guard Pass' on the slide!” he giggled.

Samuel, being the smaller brother, wobbled when he tried to copy Nathan on the slide. Wibble-wobble, wibble-wobble! He tumbled onto the soft bark chips with a little “oomph.” He tried again, but his little legs just couldn't do the big-brother move. A grumpy frown started to creep onto his face. It wasn't fair!

Nathan saw Samuel's sad face. He remembered his coach saying, “Teamwork makes us stronger!” He hopped off the slide. “Hey, let's try a different one,” he said kindly. “The 'Shrimp Escape'!” On the soft green grass, Nathan showed Samuel how to wiggle his body like a little shrimp. Wiggle-wiggle, giggle-giggle! They could do it together!

Soon, both brothers were rolling and giggling on the grass, wiggling like the happiest shrimps in the sea. Dad Tomas watched them with a big smile. He was proud of Nathan for being a kind teacher, and so proud of Samuel for never giving up. Being brothers was the best team of all.