Rajiv lived in Mumbai, so as soon as his summer vacation began, he was excited to go to the village. However, there was no direct train to the village.
"There's still some time, Rajiv," said his parents.
They got off the train and then took a bus. Rajiv enjoyed seeing the gardens full of mango and lychee trees along the way.
One morning, Rajiv and his grandfather went out for a walk. He asked him,
"Nanaji, my parents go to the office. They work. Where is your office?"
Rajiv's grandfather burst out laughing. He said, "Rajiv, this is my office."
"Where is it?" asked Rajiv and started looking around.
"This field, this garden, this well, all of this," said his grandfather.
"Oh!" said Rajiv, and looked at him.
Nanaji picked a bunch of ripe lychees and gave them to him.
"Eat these fresh lychees, Rajiv," he said. "Let me tell you something. I like farms and gardens. I like some trees more than others, like mango and lychee trees."
"Nanaji, there's a lot of work on the farm, right?" Rajiv interrupted.
"Oh, not that much! Just as much as your parents do," replied his Nanaji.
"Oh," Rajiv replied.
"But we work on our farm, plant trees and have fun. We prefer this life and cannot live in the city because there's no greenery there. Look, there are different types of animals on the farm too, like cows, goats, buffaloes, and bulls. Look at them!" his Nanaji showed him.
Rajiv was listening. His Nanaji continued, "This farm produces grains twice or thrice every year."
"That's great, Nanaji!"
"Yes, it is! Like wheat, maize, gram, millets, and so on," Nanaji said.
"So, how do you water your plants, Nanaji?" Rajiv asked.
"Look at that canal."
"Oh yes, I have seen it," replied Rajiv.
"And these two big puddles are filled with rainwater," Nanaji said.
"Is the water clean?" Rajiv asked.
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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...
