Out on the savanna, wide and vast,
Lived creatures strong and creatures fast.
Some ate plants and some ate meat,
And some ate both, they couldn't be beat!

The omnivore roamed far and wide,
Its diet was diverse, nothing to hide.
From fruits to insects, and even some meat,
This creature was not easy to beat.

But there was one who stood out above,
A predator, strong and tough.
It was the dominant one of the land,
None could match its strength and demand.

It would intimidate all in its path,
And take what it wanted with a wrath.
But as time went by, things began to change,
The predator's power began to wane.

Its prey learned to adapt and survive,
And the predator struggled to keep its drive.
Meanwhile, some creatures became endangered,
And needed protection, their habitats to be secured.

So let us learn from the savanna's tale,
To live in harmony and not to fail.
To respect all creatures big and small,
And make sure no one is left to fall.

Reflections

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

1. What is an omnivore, and what are some examples of omnivores in the savanna?
2. What does it mean for a creature to be dominant, and who was the dominant creature in the savanna?
3. Why did the predator's power begin to wane over time?
4. What does it mean for a creature to be endangered, and why do some creatures become endangered?
5. What is the importance of living in harmony with nature, and how can we protect the creatures of the savanna and their habitats?