Ziggy the Zipper Who Was Afraid to Open Up
Ziggy clamped himself shut and refused to open, no matter how gently anyone tugged. A gentle bedtime story about a backpack zipper, the fear of letting others in, and the friend who finally needed what he was hiding. For every little one learning that opening up is brave, not scary.
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Ziggy clamped shut and would not open up. Other zippers on the bag slid smooth easy. Small hands tugged, but Ziggy gripped tighter still.
A gentle tug tried to coax him loose. He jammed his teeth and locked up tight. Holding everything in, he felt tight and alone.
The bag sat forgotten at the closet floor. Rain poured, and someone needed what was inside. A small hand found the bag once more.
A friend needed what was locked inside him. His metal teeth finally slid smooth and free. The warm coat came out just in time.
He opened up and let warmth spill out.
