The Octopus and the Oasis: A Story of Action

In a hot desert, there is a small oasis. The water is cool and blue. Many animals come to drink. But one animal is not like the others. It is a red octopus. Her name is Ollie. Ollie lives in the water of the oasis. She has eight legs and big eyes. She is very smart.

One day, a little bird comes to the oasis. The bird is very thirsty. But the bird is also very tired. It cannot fly to the water. The bird says, "Please help me! I need water." Ollie wants to help. But Ollie is afraid. The sand is hot. The sun is hot. Ollie says, "I will help you." But she does not move. She is too scared.