In a huge lake, there lived three big fish. They were close friends. The first one believed in fate. The second one was intelligent and knew there’s a solution to every problem. The third one was wise and could anticipate trouble beforehand. One day, the wise fish overheard a fisherman talking to another. “This lake […]
“There’s no point talking sense to stupid people, Sir,” said Long-Bill. He said the birds were very angry and pecked at him for daring to criticise their king. The crane, however, defended his words in praise of his own king and his kingdom. The soldiers of Jewel Plume abused him. But still, the crane held
Many researchers have concluded that there are many benefits of playing indoor games. It not only makes children active but also encourages creativity and critical thinking in them. It involves problem-solving which for others makes children academically active. There are many reasons a child may not be able to go outside like during the rainy
The monkeys had been listening to the birds’ whispering among themselves and soon they caught the whispers. They were very upset and angry hearing the birds mocking them. “They are so proud of their nests! We’ll show them!” decided the vengeful monkeys. They waited for the rain to stop. Then they sat together and wondered
Jacques Cousteau was born on 11th June 1910 in France and he died on 25th June 1997 (aged 87 years) in Paris. A French naval officer, explorer, oceanographer, film maker and researcher Jacques Cousteau pioneered Marine Conservation, helped restrict commercial whaling and organized campaigns against the dumping of nuclear waste in the oceans as well
A shalmali tree stood on the banks of a canal flowing down to the Narmada river. In its hollows, weaver birds had nested, protected from the cold and rains. One day, a storm broke out. A troop of monkeys came to the tree looking for shelter from the downpour. The birds looked at the monkeys
One day, a fox was roaming in search of food. After a while, he saw a peacock perched high on a tree. “How can I have this peacock for lunch? I cannot climb up the tree,” he thought. The fox was cunning. He said to the peacock, “Don’t you know there was a meeting of
Silver Plume was given royal treatment by the birds. They even made a throne of lotus leaves for him. One day, a crane called Long-Bill came from a far-off land. The King welcomed him and asked him what the news was in other countries. “Lots of news, my Lord!” exclaimed Long-Bill, “I was on Jambudweep,
Henry Hudson was born somewhere in 1565-70, in England, and he died on 22nd June 1611 near Hudson Bay, Canada (North America). The Hudson river and the North Atlantic Oceans were explored and mapped by him when he landed in Maine on his third voyage. This voyage was sponsored by the Dutch. His next voyage
When they had learnt the wisdom of selecting the right friends, moving away from bad friends and how to recognise deceitful friends, the Princes asked Vishnu Sharma to teach them about war. The revered old teacher said he would tell them about war through the story of the Swans and the Peacocks. The Swans and
“I wonder who has been telling the King bad things about me and caused him to be angry,” Hefty talking to himself, quite unaware that he was speaking to the wily jackal who had caused the dispute. Then he said bravely, “If I must die, then I’ll go down fighting,” said Hefty. “Yes, that’s how
Sacagawea was born in May 1788 in the Shoshone tribe, United States, and she died on 20th December 1812 (aged 24 years). As the interpreter and guide for Lewis and Clark Expedition Sacagawea travelled with them through the entire journey to explore Louisiana with her infant tied to her back. Her aide to the expedition
“The truth? What about?” asked Hefty, thoroughly puzzled. “The King was so fond of you,” said Damanaka, “But his heart has changed.” “What do you mean, changed?” asked Hefty. “The king is against you, Hefty,” continued Damanaka, “He wants to kill you and eat you up. I should not tell you this, but, after all,
Daniel Boone was born on 22nd October 1734 in Pennsylvania and he died on 26th September 1820 (aged 86 years) in Missouri. One of America’s first folk heroes Daniel Boone was an expert hunter, marksman and tracker. He made an expedition to the Appalachian Mountains where he started a settlement called Boonesborough and they were
“We should know who the friends are. Can they stand behind the enemy?” advised Damanaka. “If Hefty were to come to you with his head lowered as if to gore you, then you would know he is your enemy, wouldn’t you?” said Damanaka. When the king agreed, Damanaka went to Hefty, looking worried. “What is