

Miss Melody twirled in her rainbow shoes and smiled at Ben. “I have big news!” she announced. “We’re having a treasure hunt!” Ben and his friends clapped and cheered. “Let’s find the first clue under the rug!” Miss Melody winked. Everyone hurried over, ready for adventure.

Ben got on his hands and knees, peeking under the class rug. “I see something sparkly!” he said excitedly. Miss Melody giggled, “Great job, Ben!” Marissa found the next clue behind a bright blue chair. “Let’s keep going!” Ben cheered as they danced and crawled.

Hop, hop, hop—the Kind Koalas followed the clues to the classroom shop. Ben spotted a box shining with sparkly light on the shelf. “Look, everyone!” he called. Inside were crowns and stars, glittering like magic. Miss Melody read the note: “You are brave and smart!” Everyone grinned, feeling proud.

Miss Melody handed out crowns and stars to each child. “You’ve grown so much—you’re ready to be first grade stars!” Ben clapped and hugged his friends. The class cheered together, “Kindergarten is awesome!” Miss Melody said, “A new adventure begins, my Kind Koalas!” Everyone smiled, excited for first grade.