Doing Good

In this gentle tale, a bright‑eyed girl named Alice wakes on a sun‑lit May morning determined to make a difference. Surrounded by a bustling farmyard—chirping birds, clucking chickens, and a pompous rooster—she feels the world humming with possibility. Rather than waiting for grand gestures, she sets a simple goal: to do good for someone she loves that day.

She begins by soothing her restless baby brother, sharing marbles, and singing a lullaby that eases him into sleep, earning her mother’s quiet gratitude. Later she tends to her ailing grandfather, bringing tea and kindness that revive his spirits. Throughout the morning, Alice’s cheerful actions ripple outward, brightening the household and even the shy cat perched nearby.

Through Alice’s modest deeds, the story celebrates the power of everyday compassion to lift both giver and receiver. Readers are invited to notice the simple joys of caring for family, animals, and the world around them, discovering that even the smallest hands can bring sunshine into a home. The narrative’s warm tone encourages listeners, especially young ones, to try their own good deeds tomorrow.