The Penguin Who Wanted to Fly
by Rosie MeadowsA young penguin is embarrassed she can't fly like other birds and goes on a journey to find her own special talent
1/21/2026
10 pages
Meet the Characters
Pip
Orla the Owl
Style
African Wax Print
Story
Story Arc
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AdventureRealistic FictionCourage & BraveryPerseveranceSelf-ConfidenceIdentity & SelfAcceptanceBeing UniqueDreams & Wishes
A little penguin found her own way to shine.
Page 1
Pip watched the big birds fly.
They soared high in the sky.
Pip wanted to fly too.
Page 2
Pip flapped her little wings.
She jumped up and down.
She stayed right on the ice.
Page 3
Pip felt her feet get cold.
"I am not a flying bird," she thought.
A soft voice spoke nearby.
Page 4
"Why are you so sad?" asked Orla.
Pip pointed to the sky.
"I wish I could fly!" she said.
Page 5
"Come with me," Orla said.
They walked on the icy land.
Pip tried to jump from a hill.
Page 6
She slid on her tummy fast.
Pip zipped over the snow.
Orla watched her go.
Page 7
Pip could go very fast!
But she still could not fly.
They walked towards high peaks.
Page 8
Pip saw a tricky ice cave.
She wiggled inside with glee.
She was quick and so small.
Page 9
Pip zoomed through the tunnels.
Orla waited outside.
Pip found her own special skill.
Page 10
Pip was a wonderful wiggler.
She was a speedy slider.
Pip was a special penguin.
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