Jer and the Temporal Tiger
Jul 16, 2025
Jer jumped out of bed, full of excitement for the day ahead. He raced downstairs and called out, “Mum, can I go play in the forest?” She nodded, “Okay, but be back by 1:00.” Jer quickly packed his bag, threw on his coat and shoes, and dashed out the door.
As he ran through the trees, something unexpected caught his eye—a towering, abandoned castle with the words Mammoth’s Doom Spire carved into the stone. Curious, Jer stepped inside and was stunned by the icy grandeur of the hall. In the corner, a glowing blue briefcase stood out. Inside was a red button labeled THE TEMPORAL TRIGGER. Without hesitation, Jer pressed it—and WHOOSH—he was teleported to a strange, silent world that looked like home but was eerily empty.
No houses, no gardens—just a vast field. “Mum?” he called out, but there was no reply. Then, a small fluffy kitten appeared. “Hello, are you lost? I’ll call you Fluffy,” Jer said. To his shock, the kitten replied, “Meow—we need your help. The city is in danger!” Fluffy led Jer to a hidden bunker and explained that a Titan and its woolly mammoth companion were threatening their world. Even more surprising, Jer had aged ten years in this realm—he was now eighteen. “You were chosen,” Fluffy said. “Only someone with a brave heart can stop them.”
Together, they set off to find the Heart of Power, a magical artifact that could stop the Titan. They followed glowing arrows through a crystal-lit tunnel and overheard the villains’ plans. After sneaking past them, they grabbed the Heart—but were spotted. Jer and Fluffy fled, dodging obstacles and solving a riddle to escape. “I hear what you hear, I’ve heard what you’ve heard, but unless you’re playing, you won’t hear me. What am I?” Jer guessed, “Echo,” and they were allowed to pass.
Back at their base, they touched the Heart and floated into the air, gaining incredible powers. Hours later, the ground trembled—the Titan and mammoth had returned. Fluffy transformed into a powerful beast Jer named Blaze. In an epic battle, Blaze slashed the Titan while Jer distracted the mammoth. With teamwork and courage, they defeated both enemies. The city erupted in celebration, and Jer and Blaze were hailed as heroes. People danced in the streets, fireworks lit the sky, and for the first time in ages, peace returned.
Suddenly, Jer remembered the time. “I have to get back!” He raced to the castle, hit the button, and returned to the forest, sprinting home. “Mum, what time is it?” “It’s only 12:00,” she said. “You’ve got another hour to play.” Jer grinned. “You won’t believe what just happened…”
Jer excitedly recounted his adventure to his mum, who listened with wide eyes and a smile. “That sounds incredible, Jer. I’m glad you’re back safe and sound.” Jer nodded, feeling a sense of pride and accomplishment. He knew that he had made a difference in that strange world, and he couldn’t wait to see what other adventures awaited him in the future. For now, though, he was content to enjoy the rest of his day, knowing that he had a story to tell for the rest of his life.
Published with Permission of Dixons Manningham Primary School and BCB Radio
