Tovie, the toaster oven with a big smile and bright, round eyes, was very excited. He was planning a snack party for all his friends in the kitchen. Tovie loved making food and seeing his friends happy. He set up colorful plates and cups and got ready to cook delicious treats.

One by one, Tovie’s friends arrived. There was Carla the carrot, Benny the bread slice, Penny the peanut, and Momo the milk carton. Everyone was excited for the party, and Tovie greeted them with a cheerful, "Welcome, friends!"

“Let’s make snacks for everyone!” Tovie said. He opened his recipe book and looked at his friends. "What would you all like to eat?" he asked with a bright grin.

Carla the carrot giggled and said, "I only eat vegetables!" Benny the bread slice added, "I can’t have nuts!" Penny the peanut waved and said, "I’m a peanut, so I can’t have dairy." Momo the milk carton nodded, "I have to avoid gluten."

Tovie’s smile faded for a moment. He wanted everyone to enjoy the snacks, but they all had different needs. Tovie took a deep breath and decided to solve the problem. "I want everyone to have something they can enjoy. Let’s think of a way together," he said.

The friends sat in a circle and shared ideas. "What about veggie sticks for Carla?" suggested Benny. "Fruit salad sounds good!" added Momo. "Maybe we could have bread slices for those who can eat it," Penny said. Tovie listened and wrote down each idea.

Tovie realized they could make a few different snacks. That way, everyone would have something safe to eat. He toasted veggies for Carla, made a fruit salad for Momo, and prepared bread slices without nuts for Benny. Penny got a special peanut butter dip just for her.

As they helped Tovie in the kitchen, everyone laughed and chatted. Tovie showed Carla how to arrange veggies into a flower shape. Benny buttered toast slices, and Momo poured juice for everyone. Penny placed little flags on each special snack so everyone knew which one was safe for them.

Finally, the snacks were ready. Each friend found something made just for them. Everyone cheered, and Tovie’s smile grew bigger than ever. He was so happy to see his friends enjoying the party.

When it was time to eat, the friends remembered to thank Tovie. “Thank you for thinking of everyone,” Carla said kindly. Benny nodded, “You made our party fun for all of us!”

Tovie felt proud. He learned that when friends work together and listen to each other’s needs, everyone can feel included. He knew that every party could be special when everyone is cared for.

As the party ended, Tovie’s kitchen sparkled with laughter and joy. The friends hugged each other and said, “Let’s have another party soon!” Tovie agreed, already thinking of new ideas for next time.