Do you like birds? Have you seen them up close? Have you heard them sing? Do you like them in cages? But how did they get in those cages? Trapping a bird! Have you thought about it? What does a bird-trap look like? How can you capture a bird which flies away at the slightest… Continue reading The Hunter & the Songbird
Category: Stories
Stories for kids
Legend of The Dreamcatcher
Long long ago, in a region called Lakota, the people would go to their village Chief to seek his wisdom in matters beyond their understanding. The people of the village absolutely loved their Chief and considered him as the most wise and powerful man. However the Chief was getting older and he wanted young men… Continue reading Legend of The Dreamcatcher
The Legend of the Dwarf
In the ancient Mayan village of Uxmal lived an old woman. She was the Oracle of the city and she knew all the mysteries of the stars and carried stardust with her. She could heal people of any disease. She knew to heal humans, animals, plants and earth alike. The Oracle could ward off pestering… Continue reading The Legend of the Dwarf
The Hero Twins
Long long ago in the Mayan world, twin boys were born to Godess Xquic by magic. The Hero twins’ father was a great ball player who was tricked to death by the Death Lords for being too noisy. The Lord of Death was Jealous of his skills and he invited the twins’ father to a… Continue reading The Hero Twins
Mommy loves you
Mommy wakes you up with a smile. “Oh my love, how beautiful you sleep!” she croons. “Rise and Shine; coz you are divine! And Mommy loves you, always and forever.” Mommy hugs you when you cry. “Oh my little one, why do you cry?” she croons. “Your lil eyes all scrunched up; and the button… Continue reading Mommy loves you
The Juicy Watermelon
Lord Siva and his consort Parvati were once passing through a town dressed up as ordinary village people. They were on planet Earth to see how well its citizens were faring. While they were walking around, a beggar came and asked for alms. Lord Siva, to sound like a commoner, said he didn’t have anything.… Continue reading The Juicy Watermelon
Story of Two Beggars
A generous King once ruled the prosperous land on the banks of the river Ganga. The King was known for the love and care he showered on his people. Everyday the King would visit the Temple near his palace and on his way back he would give alms to the two beggars who sat in… Continue reading Story of Two Beggars
The Thief Who Became a Saint
In the thick-dark forests of the Great Plains of India, prowled a clever Bandit – Ratnakara. The forest lay on a trade route and many wealthy merchants would fall prey to the clever Bandit’s traps. He would then take away all their possessions and leave them for good. Ratna was much feared by the people… Continue reading The Thief Who Became a Saint
The Boy Who Did Nothing
There was a cozy little village in a beach-town, far off from the cities. The village was known for its scenic-beauty and many tourists visited this little village during the Summer. The people in the village were happy country-folks who lead very simple lives. A young boy by the name Ravi lived in this little… Continue reading The Boy Who Did Nothing
Brahmin and the 3 Thieves
Brahmin was a title given to a learned man in Ancient India. Education and learning was revered, free of cost and was considered a basic right in Ancient India. A Brahmin would always offer his wisdom and services to the village people free of charge and beg for his sustenance. Such a Brahmin was on… Continue reading Brahmin and the 3 Thieves