Trapdoor Tales: Making Ice Cream in the Park

Rosie and Ben discover the most amazing city park

Alright, snuggle in close, my little fireflies, and let’s hear another Trapdoor Tale about Rosie and Ben. Tonight, after their goodnight kisses, their secret trapdoor whisked them away to the most delightful park you could ever imagine!

Rosie and Ben tiptoed to the rug in their room, their eyes wide with the happy secret they shared. Down they went, step by gentle step, on a staircase that smelled faintly of sweet grass and sunshine. When they reached the bottom, they gasped! They weren't outside exactly, but in a space that felt like the heart of the most wonderful day.

Sunlight dappled through the leaves of enormous, friendly-looking trees, even though it was nighttime outside their window. All around them, families were spread out on colorful blankets, sharing giggling conversations and yummy-smelling food. There were sandwiches cut into fun shapes, bright red strawberries piled high in bowls, and little cakes with rainbow sprinkles.

From somewhere nearby, the happy sound of music dri…