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The Squeaky Squirrel
Squeaky squirrel is a little sad His bushy tail is looking bad Once it was a shiny one Then someone used it As a baby’s bottlebrush! The Squeaky Squirrel [Illustration by Shinod AP] But he likes the baby So he’s no longer sad The baby’s mother has promised him a good bath!
The Arrow and the Song
I shot an arrow into the air, It fell to the earth, I knew not where; For, so swiftly it flew, the sight Could not follow it in its flight. I breathed a song into the air, It fell to earth, I knew not where; For who has sight so keen and strong, That it can follow the flight of song? The Arrow and the Song [Illustration by Sudheer Nath] Long, long afterward, in an oak...
Oh, Summer!
Summer can be killing but it can also be fun the trick is to stay cool despite the hot, hot sun. Oh, Summer! [Illustration by Shinod AP] Think of iced lemonade in a pitcher cold ice-creams and kulfis of the fruit salads mother makes with melons, bananas and berries. Summer is sultry hot days and sudden evening showers when the night air is sweetened with the fragrance of jasmine flowers. Summer’s the time to catch up with old friends...
The Cat and the Cartoon
The mouse in the movie came out of the hole The cat watching the TV gave a low growl There were no more mice in the house She had seen to that Cartoons are so cruel, the tabby thought Why should they make me dream of the meals I no more have? The Cat and the Cartoon [Illustration by Shinod AP]
The Fleeting Deer
The deer runs fast With nimble feet By lucky chance You may just meet! Sweet deer, do pause Beneath the tree- Won’t you please Make friends with me? The Fleeting Deer [Illustration by Anup Singh]
The Naughty Baby Monkey
A mama and a baby monkey Lived high up on a mango tree The mama was kind But the baby’s mind.. Dear! Oh Dear! Oh! Dear, Dear Me. One bright sunny day The baby monkey ran away. The mama despaired Scratched all her hair Dear! Oh Dear! Oh! Dear, Dear Me The Naughty Baby Monkey [Illustration by Anup Singh] The mama searched the forest through Everywhere for baby Babloo. Near the forest edge,...
Kappu's Evening Stroll
Kappu maharaj sat in his pram, With a bottle full of jam. All set to go to the park, He chuckled when he heard Buzo bark. Mama pushed his pram, and alongside Buzo ran. When it became dark, They came back from the park. Kappu’s Evening Stroll [Illustration by Shinod AP]
Sunday with Dad
A Sunday is so typical when Dad is around The morning starts With a loud TV sound. One groan from my sister and another from me Doesn’t melt his heart To let us sleep for a minute or three. Mom tries to catch up On her wee bit of sleep For she knows Dad is there To make a cup of tea. But once we are all up It all seems so bright For that’s the only day...
Dog Dream
The dog was spread out like a mat on the floor His tongue hanging out for water chilled and cool Dreaming of icy lands Made his mouth water The fly swooped down and made away with the drop! The dog’s learnt his lesson He’s become a smart guy He dreams lovely dreams With his mouth closed! Dog Dream [Illustration by Shinod AP]
Fluff, the Cat
Fluff, the cat is my own pet She’s cuddle-y and so soft She loves to feast on fish and milk And snooze upon the loft. Fluff is bright and really smart And so alert all day When she prowls around the house The mice just run away! Fluff, the Cat [Illustration by Anup Singh] (C) Swapna Dutta