Once upon a time, in a faraway land
Lived a mighty empire, oh so grand
They had an annual festival, full of cheer
But feuding dynasties brought havoc near

The empire was plundered, its lands destroyed
Its people were isolated, their joy null and void
The nomadic tribes were blamed for this mess
But an alliance was needed to clear the distress

An archaeologist came, with a plan in hand
To gather the fragments of this once great land
And piece them together, bit by bit
So the empire could once again be lit

With the help of the nomadic tribes, they began
To rebuild the empire, with a brand new plan
No more feuding or plunder, just peace and love
A beautiful land, like the heavens above

So if you ever find yourself in disarray
Just remember this story, and don't be afraid
Because with teamwork and a little bit of heart
You can rebuild your world, and make a new start.

Reflections

1. What caused the havoc and destruction in the empire, and how did it affect the people who lived there?
2. How did the archaeologist help the empire and its people rebuild, and why was their work important?
3. What did the alliance between the empire and the nomadic tribes teach the people about working together and overcoming differences?
4. Why is it important to remember the past, even when it is difficult or painful, and how can we learn from the mistakes of those who came before us?
5. How might you apply the lessons of this story to your own life, and what can you do to help build a better, more peaceful world?