Hello little ones! Let’s talk about a very big, very special animal today. Can you guess who it is? Yes — the elephant! Have you ever seen one? Maybe at the zoo, or in a picture book? Elephants are really big animals. They’re usually grey in colour, and they walk slowly but steadily. In fact, they walk for miles every day! That’s a lot of walking, right? Imagine if you walked that much — your legs would get so tired! But the elephant is strong, and he doesn’t mind at all. Now, let’s talk about something super cool — his trunk. Do you know what a trunk is? It’s that long nose that looks a bit like a hosepipe. Elephants use their trunks for all sorts of things — like picking up food, drinking water, or even waving hello! Sometimes, the trunk even reaches out for a cake or a bun. Isn’t that funny? Just like us reaching out for a treat!
And guess what? Elephants have huge ears. They flap them when they’re hot or just feeling playful. Their backs are broad, which means they’re wide and strong — perfect for carrying people. That’s why sometimes, at the zoo, children get to ride on them. The elephant walks gently with the children on his back, like a kind, careful friend. Yes, elephants are kind. They may look big and strong, but they have gentle hearts. They help people, play with their friends, and are never mean. Isn’t that lovely? So the next time you see an elephant, remember: he’s not just big — he’s friendly, helpful, and fun to watch!
FAQs
1. What colour are elephants?
Elephants are usually grey, but sometimes they can look a little brown if they’ve rolled in mud!
2. What’s a trunk used for?
The elephant’s trunk is like a super-tool! It helps him eat, drink, pick things up, and even take a bath!
3. Why do elephants walk so much?
Elephants need to find food and water, so they walk long distances every day to keep themselves healthy.
4. Can people ride elephants?
Yes, they can — but only sometimes and only if the elephant is well taken care of. Their backs are broad and strong enough to carry people.
5. Are elephants friendly?
Yes! Elephants are known to be gentle and kind. They care for their families and even play with each other.
6. What makes elephants special?
Their size, their long trunks, their big ears — and most importantly, their kindness and intelligence. Elephants remember things for a long time!
Take assessment:
1. Recall Questions (Direct from the text)
These check if the child remembers key details.
- What colour is the elephant?
- How far does the elephant walk each day?
- What does the elephant use his trunk for?
- How are the elephant’s ears described?
- Where does the elephant take children?
- Why can many people ride on the elephant?
2. Vocabulary Understanding
Check if the child understands the meanings of new or key words.
- What does the word “wide” mean?
- Match the words with their meanings:
a) Kind –
b) Ride –
c) Wide – - Fill in the blanks:
- The elephant’s ears are ______.
- The elephant is ______ and helps people.
3. True or False Statements
- The elephant’s trunk is short. (False)
- The elephant carries children around the zoo. (True)
- The elephant has narrow ears. (False)
4. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Q: What does the elephant’s trunk come out for?
a) A bottle of water
b) A cake or bun
c) A hat
d) A toy
Q: The elephant’s back is
a) Small and narrow
b) Broad and strong
c) Soft and fluffy
d) Curved and weak
5. Fill in the Blanks
- The elephant walks for ______ each day.
- The elephant’s trunk comes out for a ______ or a ______.
- The elephant’s ______ are wide.
- He carries the ______ round the zoo.
6. Who Am I? (Riddle-style for fun engagement)
- I’m big and grey. I have a long trunk and wide ears. I walk for miles and I’m very kind. Who am I?
7. Matching Type
Match Column A with Column B:
| Column A | Column B |
| Trunk | Long nose |
| Kind | Caring and helpful |
| Ride | Travel on an animal |
| Wide | Broad |
8. Rhyming Words
(Supports phonics and auditory understanding)
- Find the rhyming pairs from the poem:
- grey – ?
- fun – ?
- wide – ?
- zoo – ?
9. Short Answer Questions
- Describe the elephant using any three words from the poem.
- What makes the elephant a kind animal?
- Why do children enjoy riding the elephant?
10. Picture-Based Questions
(Useful if you show a picture of an elephant)
- Point to the elephant’s trunk and describe its use.
- Which part of the elephant helps it to carry people?
11. Sentence Completion
- The elephant is ______ and ______.
- His trunk is ______.
- He carries the ______ round the ______.
12. Think and Answer (Higher-Order Thinking)
- Why do you think elephants are called gentle giants?
- If you could talk to the elephant, what would you say?
- Do you think elephants should be kept in zoos? Why or why not?
13. Creative Response / Drawing + Sentence
- Draw an elephant and write two sentences about it.
- Imagine you’re riding an elephant at the zoo. What do you see?