Gray clouds rolled in, and raindrops began to fall. The barnyard animals rushed for shelter, but Mollie sat by the gate, watching the rain. She usually loved sunny days, but today felt different—gloomy.
Then she heard a splash and a squeal of delight. Benny the duckling was jumping in puddles, flapping his wings with glee. Mollie tilted her head. Could rain be… fun?
She trotted over and leapt into the nearest puddle. *SPLASH!* Water flew everywhere, and Benny laughed. Mollie barked joyfully and jumped again.
Soon, the other animals peeked out from the barn. A few brave ones joined in—mud flying, hooves hopping, tails wagging. The rain didn’t seem so sad anymore.
As the clouds cleared, a rainbow stretched across the sky. The animals sat in a soggy, happy pile, gazing at the colors.
Mollie licked the mud from her nose and smiled. “Even rainy days can bring a little magic,” she said.
Moral: Joy can be found in unexpected places—even rainy days.