Pinocchio 12 | Stories for Kids | Fairy Tales | Bedtime Stories

Summary

In Chapter 12 of 'The Adventures of Pinocchio,' Pinocchio wakes up to find the blue fairy, who tells him he must honor his father, Geppetto, by going to school to become a real boy. Despite his reluctance, Pinocchio agrees to study, becoming a top student. However, some boys mock him, challenging him to prove his worth by running away to 'paradise,' a place where boys never work. Pinocchio, eager to be a real boy and save his father, follows them, unaware of the true nature of the island. This chapter explores themes of obedience, temptation, and the desire to prove oneself.

Takeaways

• 😀 Pinocchio wakes up to find the blue fairy instead of Geppetto and is offered the chance to become a real boy.
• 😀 The blue fairy tells Pinocchio that to become a real boy, he must obey Geppetto's wishes and save him.
• 😀 Pinocchio must honor Geppetto's desire for him to go to school, despite not wanting to.
• 😀 Pinocchio agrees to attend school and becomes the best student, even though some students are mean to him.
• 😀 After school, some boys tease Pinocchio about being a wooden head and question what he will become in the future.
• 😀 Pinocchio declares that he is smart and one day will become a real boy.
• 😀 One boy challenges Pinocchio to prove he can be a real boy by doing what real boys do.
• 😀 The boys tempt Pinocchio with the idea of running away to paradise, a place where real boys play and never work.
• 😀 Pinocchio is intrigued by the idea of paradise and decides to follow the boys to the ferry.
• 😀 Pinocchio does not question the sad donkeys pulling the wagon or the other strange signs, as he is focused on becoming a real boy and saving his father.

Q & A

What does the Blue Fairy ask Pinocchio at the beginning of the chapter?

The Blue Fairy asks Pinocchio if he wants to become a real boy and if he wants to save Geppetto.

What must Pinocchio do to become a real boy, according to the Blue Fairy?

To become a real boy, Pinocchio must obey his father, Geppetto, and honor his wishes.

What was Geppetto's wish for Pinocchio?

Geppetto wanted Pinocchio to go to school.

How does Pinocchio react when told he must go to school?

Pinocchio is sad because he does not want to go to school, but he agrees to go in order to save his father.

How does Pinocchio perform in school?

Pinocchio becomes the best student in the school, and his teacher is very happy with him.

What happens when some of the boys at school make fun of Pinocchio?

Some boys make fun of Pinocchio, calling him a 'wooden head,' and they suggest using him as a bookend. They also laugh at him and ask what he will be when he grows up.

What do the boys suggest Pinocchio should do to become a real boy?

The boys suggest that if Pinocchio does what real boys do, he could become a real boy.

Why does Pinocchio want to become a real boy quickly?

Pinocchio believes that by becoming a real boy, he will be able to save his father faster.

What is the concept of 'paradise' that the boys mention?

Paradise is described as an island where real boys play all day, never have to work, and are rich. It is presented as a place of endless enjoyment and freedom.

What happens when Pinocchio and the boys arrive at paradise?

When they arrive at paradise, Pinocchio sees a lot of donkeys coming off the ferry, but he doesn't stop to wonder why. He is more focused on the idea of becoming a real boy and not having to work.