Hey kids! It's me, the dragonfly, and I’ve got a story for you. It all started in a school where a science teacher gave the students a fun project. The task was simple: pick an insect, animal, or bird you see around you, and share five cool facts about it. I was buzzing around nearby, hoping someone would notice me. But as I listened to the kids, it seemed like they were all picking other creatures.
They talked about pets like cats and dogs, and insects like spiders, ants, and butterflies. One kid even chose a turtle! But no one mentioned me. I was just flying around, feeling a little left out.
That evening, the students gathered in groups on the ground, animatedly discussing their projects. Nearby, I fluttered near the lotus pond, listening in as they talked about ants, honeybees, butterflies, and even mosquitoes. But no one seemed to mention dragonflies, and I couldn’t help but feel a bit overlooked. Sensing the need for camaraderie, I decided to join my insect friends nearby.
I flew over to the butterfly, the bees, the ladybug, the mosquito, and even the grasshopper. I shared my feelings with them. "Why hasn't any student picked me?" I asked them. "They’re all talking about you, but no one wants to talk about me."
The butterfly fluttered her beautiful wings and said, "Maybe they just haven’t noticed you yet, Dragonfly. You’re important, even if they don’t see it."
The bees buzzed in agreement. "You help humans by eating mosquitoes! They’ll recognize your value soon."
The mosquito shrugged, “I’m not exactly popular with the humans either, but hey, it’s their loss if they don’t appreciate us.”
The grasshopper chimed in, “Don’t worry, Dragonfly. Why don’t we all gather in the classroom tomorrow and see what happens? Maybe someone will surprise you.”
The next day arrived, and sure enough, all of us insects, buzzing with curiosity, gathered on the windowsill inside the classroom. We watched eagerly from our perch, excited to hear what the kids had to say. Inside, the students were ready to present their projects, and we were perfectly positioned to catch every word.
One by one, they stood up, talking about their chosen animals and insects. The dog, the cat, the spider, the butterfly, and even the mosquito had their moment. I began to feel that same sadness creeping in. "No one’s going to talk about me," I thought.
But just when I was about to give up, a student stood up and said, "Today, I’m going to talk about the dragonfly!" My heart soared! Could it be true?
The student continued, "Dragonflies are amazing creatures! They can fly up to 35 miles per hour, and they help us by eating mosquitoes and other bugs. They’re like nature’s little helicopters, able to fly in all directions, even backwards!"
I couldn’t believe it! The student knew how important I was after all! My friends—the butterfly, the bee, the ladybug, and even the mosquito—buzzed and fluttered with joy. We were all excited to hear that every insect, no matter how small or unnoticed, had a purpose in the world.
As I flew away, I realized something very special. Sometimes, we feel invisible or unimportant, but the truth is, every creature plays a role. Just like me, the dragonfly! We may not always get the spotlight, but we are all needed.
So kids, remember: everyone, even the smallest dragonfly, has a role in this world. Never doubt how important you are!
Moral of the Story
Every creature, no matter how small or overlooked, has its unique importance and role in the world. It reminds us to appreciate and acknowledge the contributions of all beings, as they all have something valuable to offer.
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