They saw one teacher on stage rehearsing a dance, and suddenly he shouted in mock anger, "Why are you here? You are not supposed to see the rehearsal!"
The children fled, laughing. They collected their bags and boarded the school bus.
Suman said, "Looks like our teachers are practising hard for Children's Day."
"Wonder what programs will be held for us!" Rita and Janvi jumped in their seats in excitement.
When they reached home, Sujit, Suman's six-year-old brother, asked her, "What were you all excited about?"
"It's Children's Day on November 14, and our teachers are planning and preparing for a fun celebration for us," Suman replied excitedly.
"What is Children's Day?"
"It is our first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru's birthday, and since he was very fond of children, it is celebrated as Children's Day."
Sujit thought for a while and then said abruptly, "Did Krishnaradha like teachers?"
Suman looked puzzled. Then she laughed and ruffled Sujit's hair, "Oh you mean Radhakrishnan? Yes, he was a famous teacher and his birthday is celebrated as Teacher's Day."
"Your class and the other classes performed dramas and danced on Teacher's Day for our teachers, correct?" Sujit asked.
"Yes, and now our teachers will do the same for us. It is going to be fun!" Suman exclaimed.
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The Return Gift
\"Dingo, it's been a long time since we've had a nice party.
Moving to the MOON
In the forest town of Hoshiarpur, there was a mischievous bear named Dabbu.
Tea and the Lizard
Parth's father loved tea and enjoyed several cups throughout the day.
Shera Breaks a Bad Habit
It was December, and a cold wave settled upon Chandanvan. Prime Minister Shera discovered that his once-luxurious velvet quilt was now stained with mildew after being stored in the damp basement.
MANAS AND THE LOST KITTEN
After the half-yearly exams had ended, Manas began to feel bored at home. He insisted that he wanted a pet to keep him company.
The Ghost on the Hill
It had rained a lot in Champakvan that year. There were floods, and Cheeku rabbit and Jumpy monkey's homes had been washed away.
FINDERS, KEEPERS
Raji came out of her cool, thatched roof hut. The rough, sun-baked ground scorched her little feet. She looked up at the sun - it was still not very high in the sky. Judging by its position, Raji guessed it was around ten o'clock...
A Dog Named DOT
Dogs like Dot are found a dime a dozen on Chennai streets. Diya could never understand why that one particular dog who was just like any other brown and white dog, chose to pull at her heartstrings...
THE SCHOOL CONSTITUTION
10-year-old Mayank had just opened his tiffin box to eat when the aroma of his food spread through the class...
TARUN'S TALE
\"Stories should be like a breath of fresh air. They should give strength to our souls,\" Tarun's grandmother told him...
