The Ant and the Grasshopper

One summer’s day a Grasshopper was hoping about, chirping and singing merrily. An ant passed by, carrying an ear of corn to the nest. The grasshopper said, “Why not come and chat with me”. The ant refused and said, “I am helping to lay up food for the winter and you should also do the same.”

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The grasshopper said, “Why should I bother about the winters? We have got plenty of food at present. “But the Ant went on it way and continued to gather food. When the winter came the Grasshopper had no food and found himself dying out of hunger, while it saw the ants enjoying the corn and grain from the stores they had collected in the summer. Then the Grasshopper went to the ant and asked for food. The ant refused and said, “You should have worked and gathered food in summer, rather that just sitting and singing.”

Moral: It is best to prepare for the days of necessity.

Staying Alert - Soumya The Brave Little Girl

Soumya was an eight year old girl. She was a bright and smart girl. She had a five year old brother named Raghav. Their mother and father worked in a bank. So, when they were not home, she would often take good care of Raghav.

One day, Soumya was alone at home. The parents had gone to attend a wedding in the city. Soumya played with Raghav for a while. She also read a story to him. Then, Raghav went to sleep.

Soumya then decided to watch cartoons on the television. As she was enjoying the show, she suddenly saw thick smoke coming out of her parents’ bedroom.

She knew that something was wrong. “Oh God, a fire has broken out,” she shouted.

But she did not panic. She called her father, “Papa, there is a fire in your bedroom. I have called the neighbors for help. I am also going to call the fire service.”

“Well done Soumya, you did the right thing,” said her father, “we are leaving immediately. I am coming home in ten minutes.”

Soon the neighbours came and took Soumya and Raghav out of the house. Soumya had already called the fire service. With in no time, the fire brigade came and put out the fire.

Soumya’s parents came home quickly. Everyone praised Sourmya for her brave act. Brave Soumya, she saved the house from fire. “We are so proud of you. You are a brave girl.” Said her mother and hugged her.

BE BRAVE AND BOLD

The End