Hello, dear students! Today, I’m excited to share a wonderful story from our textbook called “The Cock and the Sun.” Let’s listen closely and discover its beautiful lesson.
Once upon a time, the Sun decided that it wanted to meet all the animals and birds in the forest to get to know each one of them. It invited everyone to gather near the big rock in the forest at 6 o’clock in the morning. While the leaves were happily rustling with excitement at the thought of a bright new day, many of the animals had other plans.
The charming peacock said, “Oh, Mr. Donkey, please don’t wait for me. It’s so cold this morning—I need a little extra sleep to warm up!” The donkey, a bit cautious, replied, “Well, I’m not sure if the Sun will really be out at 6. I’ll get ready slowly and head out at 8 instead.” Then, the busy bee buzzed, “That gives me time to collect some honey before I join the meeting.” And the cheerful parrot added, “I want to fly out to the field and taste the fruits and food grains, so I’ll come by 8 as well!”
Even the mighty elephant had his own routine. He said, “I must take a bath in the river first because it’s quite far away. Would anyone like to join me?” But when it came to the lion, he proudly declared, “I am the king of the forest! I’ll go on my own after everyone else has gathered.” The clever fox, always by the lion’s side, agreed to accompany him. And the wise owl, who had spent the whole night catching mice, felt too tired and decided to rest.
When the bright Sun finally rose in the sky, only one little cock was there to greet it. Unlike the others, the cock was naturally awake early and patiently waited for the Sun to appear. Seeing this, the Sun was overjoyed and praised the cock for being so punctual. As a reward for his dedication, the Sun placed a lovely crown on the cock’s head. That crown came to be known as the “comb,” and even today, as the cock crows at sunrise, it reminds us of the importance of being on time.
Remember, my dear students, being punctual is not just about being early—it’s about showing respect and readiness to embrace the new day with a smile. Always feel free to ask questions if anything isn’t clear. I’m here to help you learn and grow!
FAQs
Q: Why did the Sun want to meet all the animals?
A: The Sun wanted to meet all the animals and birds to know them personally and see how each one started its day.
Q: Which animal was ready and waiting at sunrise?
A: The cock was the only one who arrived on time because it is used to waking up early.
Q: What reward did the cock receive from the Sun?
A: The Sun placed a beautiful crown on the cock’s head, and that crown is called a “comb.”
Q: What lesson does this story teach us?
A: It teaches us that being on time is important—it shows that we respect our responsibilities and are ready to start the day with energy!
Q: Why did the other animals and birds delay their arrival?
A: They had different plans and were busy with their own activities. This reminds us that sometimes, it’s important to set aside time for things that matter, like greeting the new day.
If you have any more questions or need further explanation, please ask confidently. Learning is a journey we enjoy together!
Take assessment:
1. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Example:
Who did the Sun reward for being on time?
a) The lion
b) The cock
c) The elephant - Purpose:
Helps children recall key details and choose the correct answer from a set of options.
2. Fill in the Blanks
- Example:
The Sun asked all the animals to gather near the _______ rock in the forest at 6 o’clock.
(Answer: big) - Purpose:
Encourages the child to recall specific words or details from the story.
3. True or False
- Example:
True or False: The cock was the only one who arrived on time to meet the Sun.
(Answer: True) - Purpose:
Tests the child’s understanding of the events in the story in a simple format.
4. Short Answer Questions
- Example:
Why did the cock receive a crown from the Sun?
(Expected Answer: Because he was punctual and ready to greet the Sun.) - Purpose:
Invites the child to express their understanding in their own words.
5. Matching Questions
- Example:
Match the character with what they said or did:
- Peacock
- Donkey
- Bee
- Cock
- Options:
a) “I will wait for the Sun at 6 o’clock.”
b) “I need some extra sleep because it is cold.”
c) “I can collect honey before the meeting.”
d) “I will get ready slowly and go later.” - Purpose:
Reinforces connections between characters and their actions or statements.
6. Sequencing Questions
- Example:
Arrange the events in the correct order:
- The Sun invites the animals.
- The cock is the only one waiting at sunrise.
- Other animals start with their own activities.
- The Sun rewards the cock with a crown.
- Purpose:
Helps assess the child’s understanding of the story’s structure and logical sequence.
7. Retelling or Story Summary
- Example:
Ask the child to retell the story in their own words. Encourage them to include why the cock was rewarded by the Sun. - Purpose:
Evaluates the child’s overall comprehension and ability to narrate the story.
8. Vocabulary Matching
- Example:
Match the new words with their meanings:
- Gather
- Praise
- Punctuality
- Gather
- Options:
a) To admire or compliment
b) Coming together
c) Being on time - Purpose:
Builds the child’s vocabulary and understanding of important words from the lesson.
9. Open-Ended Questions
- Example:
What lesson do you think the story of the cock and the Sun teaches us?
(Encourage them to explain in a sentence or two.) - Purpose:
Promotes critical thinking and personal reflection on the moral of the story.
10. Jumbled Sentences
- Example:
Rearrange these sentences to form the correct order of the story:
- The Sun rewarded the cock.
- The cock was waiting at sunrise.
- The animals were busy with their own tasks.
- The Sun invited the animals to gather.
- Purpose:
Helps in checking if the child can logically arrange the sequence of events.
11. Dialogue Completion
- Example:
Complete the conversation from the story:
Peacock: “I need to sleep a little longer because it is _______.”
(Expected Answer: cold)