Before and after with a tiny boat — decisions with a return path

Kids activity · Drawing and storytelling · Decisions with a return path

Imagine a tiny boat in a place you invent. This is a make-believe paper activity; you can use drawings, spoken words, or writing.

Help a pretend character choose between two imaginary paths and draw a way back.

1. Draw the scene before a small change.
2. Draw it again after your character tries something.
3. Circle the detail that makes the change clear.

Use ordinary paper and a pencil or another familiar drawing tool. Stay where you are comfortable. You do not need to go outside, collect objects, send a message, or share personal details.

Younger readers can ask a trusted grown-up to read the instructions with them. There is no score and no need for your picture to look like anyone else’s.