In a land of wonder and delight,
Where all things new and strange unite,
There lived a group of animals small,
Whose antics and quirks could enthrall.

There was a gloss upon their fur,
A shine that made them seem a blur,
And with their patois, they'd converse,
In ways that seemed almost perverse.

But still, they adorned themselves with pride,
Their beauty known far and wide,
And those who saw them were stupefied,
By their grace and their style, so dignified.

They'd play and run incessantly,
Creating mayhem constantly,
But with detachment, they'd observe,
Their own mayhem they would preserve.

And when they needed a reprieve,
They'd rest beneath a leafy tree,
And feast on fruits that were laden,
With flavors both sweet and savory.

So if you happen upon this land,
Where animals have the upper hand,
Take a moment to observe and see,
Their quirks and beauty, so wondrous and free.

Reflections

Here are a few questions that kids might consider after reading "The Wondrous World of Animal Antics":

1. What are some of the quirks that the small animals in the story have, and how do these quirks make them special?
2. How does the story demonstrate the importance of taking a break and finding a moment of reprieve?
3. What does it mean to have detachment, as the animals in the story do, and how might this quality be useful in our own lives?
4. What are some of the savory fruits that the animals in the story enjoy, and what might some other tasty treats be that you could imagine in this world?
5. If you could visit this magical land, what kind of animal would you want to be, and what kind of quirks or special traits would you have?