One Step Forward

Blink, blink! My eyes rolled left, then right. I gave a cheerful wiggle and lifted one boot—one, two, step! Looking down, I tapped the printed number line right under my feet. My little brown shoe made a gentle rustle against the glossy paper, right by the little marks. Across the flat surface ahead, vibrant counting cubes and puzzle pieces formed a whole new landscape waiting to be measured. I planted my boots firmly on the card, ready for what comes next!