“Let’s Play“ was written and sent to Kidsinco by Joanle Alessandra Patoni Solar, a 5th Grade Student. This story teaches children about patience, love, and the joy of friendship. Roland Rabbit just wants someone to play hide and seek with him, but everyone seems too busy. Feeling lonely, he goes to the park in hopes his friends will join him—but they all make excuses too. Roland doesn’t know that something very special is waiting for him at home: a surprise birthday party filled with love, laughter, and the company of family and friends.
CHARACTERS:
ROLAND RABBIT
MOMMA RABBIT
DADDY RABBIT
GRANDMA RABBIT
LILY
JOHN HORSE
CANDY CAT
DANNY DOG
SUSY SHEEP
MATT TIGER
SCRIPT:
Act I
(The Rabbit family is in the living room. Momma Rabbit is helping Lily with her homework, Daddy Rabbit is reading some work papers, and Grandma Rabbit is knitting a sweater. Roland Rabbit is on the floor playing with some toys.)
ROLAND RABBIT: (to Lily). Do you want to play hide and seek?
LILY: Sorry, Roland. I’m doing my homework.
ROLAND RABBIT: What about you, Mom?
MOMMA RABBIT: I can’t, your sister really needs help today!
ROLAND RABBIT: Oh, I understand. I’ll ask Dad. (to his dad) Daddy, would you play hide and seek with me?
DADDY RABBIT: Roland, I’m really busy right now. I have a meeting in five minutes. In fact, I have to go now. (he stands up and leaves)
ROLAND RABBIT: (To Grandma). Grandma, will you play with me?
GRANDMA RABBIT: I’m too old to play!
ROLAND RABBIT: Ok.
GRANDMA RABBIT: Why don’t you ask your friends!
ROLAND RABBIT: What a good idea! (To his mom) Mom, can I go to the park? My friends are playing baseball right now.
MOMMA RABBIT: Sure, go ahead!
ROLAND RABBIT: Yeah! (He kisses his mom on the cheek and leaves.)
Act II
(John Horse, Candy Cat, Danny Dog, Susy Sheep, and Matt Tiger are playing baseball. Roland approaches them.)
ROLAND RABBIT: Hi! Do you want to play hide and seek.!
(they stop playing)
CANDY CAT: Oops! I have to study for my spelling test! (she leaves)
ROLAND RABBIT: How come nobody wants to play with me today!
JOHN HORSE: I really want to, but I have a dentist appointment, sorry. (he leaves)
DANNY DOG: Oh, I forgot! I have to help Grandmother bake cookies. See you tomorrow at school! (he leaves in a hurry)
SUSY SHEEP: Please, don’t be mad at us, we’re busy today. (she leaves)
ROLAND: (to Matt Tiger) You’re leaving too, right?
MATT TIGER: Hmmm… yeah… We’ll play some other day.
ROLAND RABBIT: (sad) Sure…we’ll play some other day.
MATT TIGER: Bye… go home, Roland. (he leaves)
ACT III
(Roland enters his house. His family and friends are in the living room. There are balloons, paper plates, cups, napkins, and a birthday cake on a table.)
EVERYBODY: Surprise!
ROLAND: What!
EVERYBODY: (singing) Happy Birthday to you. Happy birthday to you. Happy birthday, dear Roland. Happy birthday to you! (they hug Roland)
ROLAND: Oh, I don’t know what to say! Did you plan a surprise party for me?
LILY: Yes…and we’re sorry we had to lie.
ROLAND RABBIT: That’s fine…thank you, I love you all!
EVERYBODY: We love you too!
(Music plays, and they begin to dance)
In the end, “Let’s Play” reminds us that even when it feels like no one has time for us, love is always present. Roland learns that his family and friends cared for him all along—they were just keeping a secret. The joy of celebrating together shows that patience and trust lead to the sweetest surprises.
The End
Author: Joanle Alessandra Patoni Solar
Moral of the story: True love and friendship may not always be visible right away, but they are always there when it matters most.
Moral Values:
- Patience – Good things come to those who wait.
- Family Love – Family members may be busy, but they always care deeply.
- Friendship – Friends sometimes have to keep secrets, but it’s always for a good reason.
- Appreciation – Cherish those who make time to celebrate you.
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External Resources:
- National Geographic Kids – Animals – Learn more about animals like rabbits, cats, dogs, sheep, and tigers.
- Playworks – 10 Games to Keep Kids Moving
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