The Honest Kid and the Wolf
Characters:
Kevin the Honest Kid
Walter the Wise Wolf
Benny the Bunny (optional)
Scene 1: The Flock of Sheep
(Kevin is tasked with watching over a flock of sheep.)
Kevin: (looking around) My job is to keep the sheep safe from wolves. I must be vigilant.
Scene 2: Benny's Curiosity
(Benny the Bunny hops by, curious about Kevin's responsibility.)
Benny: (whispering to the audience) Wolves and sheep—this should be interesting.
Scene 3: The Imaginary Wolf
(Kevin, feeling a bit bored, decides to have some fun.)
Kevin: (shouting) Wolf! Wolf! Help!
(Benny looks concerned and rushes over.)
Benny: Where's the wolf, Kevin?
Kevin: (smirking) Just kidding, Benny! No wolf. I wanted to see who would come to help.
Scene 4: Walter's Warning
(Walter the Wise Wolf overhears the commotion and approaches.)
Walter: Kevin, it's not wise to joke about wolves. It can create unnecessary panic.
Kevin: (defensive) It was just a harmless prank.
Scene 5: Benny's Observation
(Benny watches as Walter gives Kevin some advice.)
Benny: (whispering) Pranks can have consequences. Let's see if Kevin learns his lesson.
Scene 6: The Real Threat
(Later, a real wolf approaches the flock.)
Kevin: (panicking) Wolf! Wolf! Help!
(Benny rushes to get Walter.)
Scene 7: Walter's Help
(Walter, realizing it's a real threat, helps Kevin protect the sheep.)
Walter: Kevin, honesty is important. Now, let's drive away the wolf.
Scene 8: The Lesson Learned
(After the wolf is driven away, Kevin reflects on Walter's advice.)
Kevin: (apologetic) I'm sorry, Walter. I shouldn't have joked about the wolf earlier.
Walter: (wise) Honesty is crucial, especially in times of danger. Learn from this experience.
(They all share a moment of understanding, and Kevin learns the importance of honesty and responsibility.)