Once upon a time, in a lush green jungle, lived a playful monkey named Milo. He loved to swing from vine to vine, chattering with his friends. One sunny morning, Milo decided to explore a new part of the jungle. He climbed a tall tree and looked out over the canopy. To his surprise, he saw a beautiful, colorful bird perched on a branch.
The bird was singing a sweet melody. Milo was fascinated by its beautiful feathers and its enchanting song. He wanted to get closer, but he knew he had to be careful not to scare it away. Slowly and quietly, Milo crept closer to the tree.
Just as Milo was about to reach out and touch the bird, a loud crash startled them both. A big, grumpy elephant had knocked over a tree, creating a huge mess. The bird flew away, scared by the noise. Milo was disappointed, but he knew he would see it again someday.
As Milo continued his exploration, he came across a wise old owl sitting on a branch. The owl had seen everything that had happened. “Don’t worry, young monkey,” the owl said. “The bird will return. Patience is a virtue.“
Milo thanked the owl for his advice and continued his journey. He met a friendly snake slithering through the undergrowth and a curious chameleon changing colors. As the day went on, Milo learned many new things about the jungle and its inhabitants.
As the sun began to set, Milo decided it was time to go home. He climbed back up the tall tree and looked out over the jungle one last time. To his delight, he saw the colorful bird perched on a branch, singing its beautiful song. Milo smiled and knew that his adventure had been a great success.
The next day, Milo returned to the same spot in the jungle. He wanted to see if the bird would be there again. Sure enough, the bird was perched on the branch, singing its sweet melody. Milo watched the bird for a long time, captivated by its beauty.
Suddenly, a group of monkeys appeared, swinging through the trees. They saw the bird and began to chatter excitedly. One of the monkeys, a mischievous little creature named Kiki, tried to grab the bird’s tail. The bird squawked and flew away, startled by the monkeys’ antics.
Milo was disappointed to see the bird go, but he knew that he would see it again someday. He watched the monkeys play for a while, then decided to continue his exploration of the jungle.
As Milo wandered through the jungle, he came across a clearing filled with colorful flowers. In the center of the clearing was a small stream. Milo sat down by the stream and took a drink. The water was cool and refreshing.
As Milo was drinking, he heard a rustling sound in the bushes. He looked up and saw a beautiful butterfly with wings that shimmered in the sunlight. Milo watched the butterfly flit from flower to flower, its wings a blur of color.
Milo smiled and felt a sense of peace and contentment. He knew that he was lucky to live in such a wonderful place. The jungle was full of amazing creatures and beautiful sights. He couldn’t wait to explore more of it.
Comprehension Questions:
What did Milo love to do?
A. Play video games
B. Swing from vine to vine
C. Sleep all day
What did Milo see when he climbed the tall tree?
A. A lion
B. A colorful bird
C. A butterfly
What startled Milo and the bird?
A. A thunderstorm
B. A falling star
C. A crashing elephant
Who gave Milo advice?
A. A parrot
B. A wise old owl
C. A crocodile
What did Milo learn from his adventure?
A. Patience is a virtue
B. Always be afraid
C. Never listen to others
How did Milo feel when he saw the bird again?
A. Sad
B. Angry
C. Happy
What was the color of the bird’s feathers?
A. Red
B. Green
C. The story doesn’t say
Where did Milo meet the snake?
A. In a cave
B. In a river
C. In the undergrowth
When did Milo decide to go home?
A. In the morning
B. At noon
C. When the sun began to set
What does Milo’s decision to return to the same spot in the jungle reveal about his character?
A. He is curious and persistent.
B. He is afraid of the unknown.
C. He is lazy and unmotivated.
Analyze the monkeys’ behavior towards the bird. What does it suggest about their nature?
A. They are playful and mischievous.
B. They are cruel and destructive.
C. They are intelligent and thoughtful.
How does the image of the butterfly contribute to the overall mood and theme of the story?
