DJ and Khai stepped into the library, eyes wide in awe at the endless shelves of books. Nana and Poppy followed, smiles on their faces, leading them to their favorite storytime spot “Look, Khai!
So many books! Can we read them all?” he exclaimed.
Poppy placed a gentle hand on DJ’s shoulder. “Remember, DJ, we have to use an inside voice in the library,” he whispered soothingly.
Khai nodded, taking in the serene atmosphere, loving the blend of old books and the sweet scent from the café. It was a perfect escape into new worlds.
Ms. Rita, the librarian, greeted them warmly. “Welcome back, DJ and Khai. I’m delighted to see you both here for storytime We have a special book for you today “
Khai eyes sparkled. “Really, Ms. Rita? What’s the book about? Is it an adventure? Or maybe a mystery?” he asked eagerly.
Ms. Rita chuckled. “You’ll have to wait and see, DJ. But I promise it’s a tale that will transport you to faraway lands and ignite your imagination.”
Khai gazed at the tall bookshelves, feeling a sense of wonder at the vast knowledge within Nana and Poppy settled into chairs nearby, ready to listen. DJ and Khai sat cross-legged on the colorful rug, eyes fixed on Ms. Rita.
The room was filled with anticipation. Ms. Rita began to read, her voice bringing the characters to life. DJ and Khai leaned in, captivated by every word.

Filled with excitement, DJ, Khai, Nana, and Poppy made their way back through the library, the echoes of stories whispered between the shelves guiding their steps. Just as they were wandering around in the library, DJ’s eyes fell upon the section filled with colorful children’s books; his excitement bubbled over, shortly causing him to forget about his inside voice. With an exuberant skip in his step, he rushed towards the shelves, his feet barely touching the ground.
“Nana, look!” DJ exclaimed, his voice filled with awe and enthusiasm. “So many books! Can we explore them, please?”
Nana, always patient and understanding, followed closely behind DJ, and her gentle presence was a calming influence. As they approached the shelves, DJ’s excitement threatened to spill over, and he began to raise his voice in his eagerness to dive into the world of stories.
But Nana, with her soft voice and warm smile, gently reminded him to use his library voice. She placed a hand on his shoulder and said, “DJ, remember, we need to be considerate of others who are reading or studying. Let’s use our inside voices, okay?”
DJ’s cheeks flushed with a mix of embarrassment and realization. He nodded realizing that his enthusiasm had momentarily gotten the best of him. “Sorry, Nana,” he whispered, his voice filled with remorse. “I forgot. I’ll be quieter.”
Nana squeezed his shoulder reassuringly. “It’s alright, DJ. We all get excited sometimes. Just remember to be mindful of others, and we can explore the books together.”