Come children, gather round and hear
A tale of a land both far and near
Where the climate is hot and dry
And rainfall is scarce in the sky

The land is known for its droughts
When the land is barren, no vegetation sprouts
But in the rainy season, there's precipitation
And the land becomes a lush destination

Nomadic tribes travel through this place
With their sturdy camels, at a steady pace
They know this land like the back of their hand
And find resources wherever they stand

Hospitable people are found in this land
Offering kindness, a helping hand
Their homes are made of exotic dung
A sight to see for everyone young

This land has seen millennia pass by
Through it all, it's never said goodbye
The resourceful people and the sturdy land
Have always been there to lend a hand

So children, remember this tale we've told
Of a land where the brave and resourceful are bold
Where the climate can be harsh and tough
But the people and the land are always enough.

Reflections

Here are some questions to ask kids to think about the story:

1. What did the nomadic tribes use their sturdy camels for in the story?
2. How do the people in the story show hospitality?
3. Can you think of any other ways people can be resourceful in a harsh climate?
4. Why do you think the homes in the story were made of exotic dung?
5. What are some things that people and the land have in common in the story?