Stella loved adventures. Whether it was exploring the woods behind her house or reading about far off lands. She always dreamed of discovering something new. But there was one thing Stella wasn't great at, telling the truth 

One sunny morning, as Stella was walking to school with her best friend, Maya, she said "I saw a rainbow yesterday!" But the truth is, Stella hadn't seen one at all. She thought it would be a cool story to tell

"Really!? That's awesome Stella"

At first, Stella didn't think much of It. But as the day went on, she realized something- What if Maya asked about the rainbow? What if she had to explain more? Stella's lie had started becoming bigger and bigger

Later that day.. 

So, which way did the rainbow go?

"Uh... it went... It went over that hill!"

By the time that lunchtime came, the story had spread. Soon everyone at school was talking about Stella's story about seeing a rainbow .. that didn't really exist 

"Did you hear about Stella's rainbow story?"

"She saw a rainbow that touched the clouds!!!

Stella's heart sank. She realized her small lie had become a big mess, and now everyone at school believed it. Her friends were starting t to look at her differently and Stella doesn't know how to fix it 

As Stella Walked home that afternoon, she thought about the lie she had told. 'Why did I say that?' she wondered. She hadn't meant things to get so out of hand, but now everyone at school thought she saw a rainbow. What if they found out the truth?

Once Stella got home, she decided to go to her mom for some advice,

"Hi Sweetie! how was school?"

"I need your advice mom.. I think I messed up"

As Stella settled in on the couch, she explained the lie she told to her close friends. Her mom sitting next to her holding her hand.

"Her mom gave her a gentle hug." 'Stella, sometimes even a small lie can grow out of control,' she said. 'But there's one thing stronger than any lie-telling the truth. It might feel scary, but being honest shows you're brave and that you care

"But what if my friend stay mad?"

'They might be upset at first, but true friends will see your heart if you're honest and try to make things right