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A poem (also a well-known story by Ruskin Bond) about a boy named Rakesh who plants a cherry seed and watches it slowly grow into a tree.
Summary
Rakesh plants a cherry seed in the garden and waits eagerly for it to grow. The tiny plant faces many dangers - it is nibbled by a goat, cut by a grass cutter and battered by storms - yet it survives. With patient care and time, the small seedling becomes a strong, healthy cherry tree that finally blossoms with beautiful flowers. Rakesh feels proud and joyful watching the tree he planted bloom. The poem captures the slow, quiet miracle of nature and the joy of growing something with love.
Theme / message
Patience, care and perseverance help life flourish. Nurturing nature brings deep joy, and small efforts grow into great rewards.
Important questions
- How did Rakesh come to plant the cherry tree?
- What dangers did the young tree survive?
- What does the cherry tree teach about patience and care?
Key words
seedling - a very young plant; blossom - to bloom with flowers; nurture - to care for and help grow; perseverance - steady effort; flourish - to grow well.
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