Little baby Niko was just learning how to explore the big world around him. With his tiny hands and curious eyes, he tried to follow the older monkeys as they climbed higher and higher into the trees. Niko wanted to be brave. He wanted to be strong. But he was still so small, and his body was not as steady as he believed. In one quick and frightening moment, his grip slipped, and poor baby Niko fell gently down to the ground below.
The fall was not from very high, but it was enough to scare him. He landed softly on the grass and dry leaves, yet the shock made him freeze. For a while, he just lay there, quiet and confused. His little chest moved up and down quickly as he tried to understand what had happened. The bright sky above looked so far away, and the sounds of the forest seemed louder than before.
Niko did not cry loudly, but his eyes looked watery and full of fear. He tried to move his tiny arms and legs, slowly checking if he was hurt. Thankfully, there were no serious injuries—only a little pain and a lot of fright. Still, he stayed on the ground for a while, needing time to gather his courage again.
Other monkeys nearby began to notice. A caring adult soon climbed down carefully to check on him. With gentle touches and soft sounds, they comforted baby Niko, helping him feel safe once more. The warmth of that presence slowly melted away his fear.
After resting for some time, Niko finally pushed himself up. Though he was still shaky, there was a new lesson in his heart. Falling is scary, especially when you are small. But getting back up, even slowly, is what makes you stronger. And brave little Niko would try again, one careful step at a time.