
Shravani skipped into the sleepy forest, humming a happy tune. She spotted Tofu the bear, snoozing under a big oak tree. "Hello, Mr. Bear!" she giggled, tiptoeing closer. Tofu opened one eye and grumbled, "Too noisy for nap time." Shravani twirled and said, "Let’s dance instead!" Tofu yawned, but couldn’t hide a tiny smile.

Shravani spun around, then hopped onto Tofu’s soft, round belly. "This is my new dance stage!" she cheered. Tofu grunted, but didn’t move her off. "You have happy feet," he said. Shravani laughed and bounced gentle steps. Tofu’s belly rumbled, making them both giggle.

Shravani peeked inside Tofu’s cave and clapped her hands. "Let’s make this a dazzling stage!" she exclaimed. She gathered shiny pebbles and leaves with Tofu. "Look, now it’s magical!" Tofu admired the sparkles, pretending not to be impressed. Shravani posed, ready for a show. Tofu settled into the front row.

Three tiny squirrels scampered by, curious about the music. "Want to learn to dance?" Shravani asked. She showed them how to twirl and hop. Tofu tried a slow shuffle, making the squirrels laugh. "You’re a natural!" Shravani cheered. Tofu blushed under his fur.

Shravani’s family followed her laughter into the forest. "Shravani, are you having fun?" Mom called. She waved and invited them in. "Come join the forest dance!" Dad clapped along while her brother tried silly moves beside the squirrels. Even Tofu gave a shy little bow. Everyone cheered the new friends.

Mom spread a picnic blanket and brought sweet mangoes. "Let’s have a beat picnic!" Shravani sang. Tofu drummed with his big paws while Shravani tapped on her mango. The squirrels shook acorn maracas. Everyone clapped and laughed. The forest thumped with their happy rhythm.

As the sun set, Shravani bowed and Tofu clapped wildly. "That was the best show ever," Tofu said, smiling big. Shravani hugged him tightly. "You’re my favorite dancing bear!" Tofu hugged her back, a little less grumpy now. The squirrels leaped into the group hug. What a perfect encore!

Shravani and her family waved goodbye to Tofu and the squirrels. "Will you dance again tomorrow?" Tofu asked shyly. "Every day!" Shravani promised. Tofu grinned and twirled once more, just for fun. The forest sparkled with new friendship. Shravani skipped home, dreaming of their next dance.