Zara, a young, curious zebra, lived in the plains but one day, she wandered off into the dense jungle, mesmerized by the colorful butterflies.

As she pranced further in, the jungle grew denser and the path disappeared. Zara realized she was lost. She felt a little scared but decided to find her way home.

Suddenly, she saw a golden mane in the bushes. It was Leo, the wise old lion. Zara approached him and explained her predicament.

'Don't worry, Zara,' Leo comforted her. 'The jungle is full of friends who can help. Let's go find them.' With newfound hope, Zara followed Leo deeper into the jungle.

They met Polly, the chatty parrot. 'Lost, are we?' she squawked. 'I can guide you from up high.' Polly soared into the sky, leading the way.

With Polly's guidance from above and Leo's wisdom on the ground, Zara felt less afraid. They navigated through the jungle, crossing streams and climbing hills.

Finally, they reached a familiar meadow. 'This is the way back to the plains,' Leo said, pointing with his paw. 'You're nearly home, Zara.'

Zara felt a rush of joy. 'Thank you, Leo and Polly,' she said gratefully. 'I couldn't have done it without you. I've learnt that friends are the best guides.'

As they emerged from the jungle, Zara saw the familiar plains under the starry sky. She felt a sense of relief wash over her.

With a final wave and a promise to visit, Zara watched as Leo and Polly disappeared into the jungle. She took one last look at the jungle before heading home.

Zara returned to her den, where her family greeted her with joyful nuzzles. 'I missed you,' her mother said. 'We're glad you're safe.'

Zara fell asleep under the starry sky, surrounded by her loving family. Her heart was filled with gratitude for the friends she had made and the lessons she had learnt.