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Unhelpful Friends

Bunny rabbit lived in the forest. He had many friends. He was proud of his friends.

One day Bunny rabbit heard the loud barking of wild dogs. He was very scared. He decided to ask for help. He quickly went to his friend deer. He said, “Dear friend, some wild dogs are chasing me. Can you chase them away with your sharp antlers?”

The deer said, “That is right, I can. But now I am busy. Why don’t you ask bear for help?”

Bunny rabbit ran to the bear. “My dear friend, you are very strong. Please help me. Some wild dogs are after me. Please chase them away,” he requested to the bear.

The bear replied, “I am sorry. I am hungry and tired. I need to find some food. Please ask the monkey for help.”

Poor Bunny went to the monkey, the elephant, the goat and all his other friends. Bunny felt sad that nobody was ready to help him.

He understood that he had to think of a way out by himself. He hid under a bush. He lay very still. The wild dogs did not find the bunny. They went chasing other animals.

Bunny rabbit learnt that he had to learn to survive by himself, not depending on his unhelpful friends.

Moral: It is better to rely on yourself than depend on others.

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Bunny's Lesson - Takeaway for Class 1,2,3

In the story "Bunny's Lesson," we learn the importance of being kind to others because kindness can help us make new friends and make the world a happier place.

Bunny's Lesson - Takeaway for Class 4,5,6

Being a true friend means helping others without expecting anything in return.

Bunny's Lesson - Takeaway for Class 7,8,9

In "Bunny's Lesson," we learn that true friendship is about forgiveness and understanding, and that sometimes a sincere apology can mend a broken bond.

3 Fun Facts

• Bunny, the little rabbit, was friends with everyone in the forest but was unaware of who his true friends were until he faced danger.
• When Bunny was caught by a hunter, none of the animals he considered friends came to help him except his real friend, the tortoise.
• The tortoise saved Bunny by biting the hunter's leg, helping him escape and teaching him the value of true friendship.

Quiz for Class 1,2,3

• Who noticed the fox hiding behind the tree first?
• What did Bunny do when he felt someone was watching him?
• How did Bunny's friends help him when the fox was around?

Quiz for Class 4,5,6

• What did Bunny the rabbit want to do with his day off in the beginning of the story?
• Who did Bunny meet while wandering through the forest, and what problem did they have?
• What important lesson did Bunny learn about friendship by the end of the story?

Quiz for Class 7,8,9

• What was the main reason Bunny felt lonely during the story?
• How did Bunny's attitude towards friendships change after his experience in the story?
• What specific action did Bunny take to make amends with the other animals in the story?