On a faraway, beautiful island lived children full of energy and joy. The island sat beside a calm, smooth sea that always looked bright and cheerful. On this island there was a magical story about the Lost Ship.
One sunny, pleasant day, the children of the island talked about the ships that left the lakeside harbor and went on journeys. But the story that pulled everyone in was the story of the Lost Ship. According to that story, a ship called the Silver Ship had one day been lost at sea. The ship was led by Captain Niko, a skilled and lovable fisherman, who kept sailing on faraway seas.
The children listened to a lively picture of this ship and Captain Niko, and each one made pictures in their mind. One thought Captain Niko stood on the ship in a shining hat with rainbow flags, and another imagined the Silver Ship dancing shoulder to shoulder with the waves.
But one night, a sudden storm swept over the island. A hard wind and rain that shook the children’s spirits began to blow. The sky grew dark and painted with color, and the lake waves began to pound. The children quietly went back to their houses, but a big worry sat in their hearts. They thought of the Silver Ship and Captain Niko. Where were they now? Were they still alone at sea?
The next morning, the sun began to shine as brightly as ever, painting a rainbow. The children came into the streets again and looked quietly at the lake. But the sight that amazed them was something strange and wonderful. At the edge of the lake, a silver ship with rainbow-painted flags sailed in gently. At the top of the ship stood Captain Niko in a shining hat, with a beautiful smile.
All the children, wonder-struck by the great sight, ran to welcome the Silver Ship and Captain Niko. Captain Niko laughed and held out his hand. He told them many stories of his journey and said a great storm had lost him at sea, but with the help of kind rescuers he had come back to his beloved island.
From that day on, the children always looked at the Silver Ship and Captain Niko with pride. They understood that even in hard times, countless friends and helping hands are waiting for them.
The End.