In a garden lush and green,
A world of wonder to be seen,
But be aware, my little friends,
Some things may cause a painful end.

A thorn, so small, yet sharp and strong,
It can cause a hurt that lasts so long,
But fear not, there's a way to be,
Protected from its prickly spree.

The cactus stands so tall and proud,
Its prickles sure to make you shout,
But it's not trying to be mean,
It's just defending its fluid within.

And though poison ivy may seem cruel,
Its purpose is not to make us fool,
For in its own way, it tries to be,
A shield for creatures that need to flee.

So let us learn from nature's ways,
And tread with care through all our days,
For the cause of pain may not be clear,
But we can usually steer it clear.

Reflections

Sure, here are some questions you could ask kids to help them think about a story:

1. Who are the main characters in the story, and what are their goals?
2. What are some of the obstacles or challenges the characters face in the story, and how do they try to overcome them?
3. What is the setting of the story, and how does it affect the characters and the plot?
4. What is the main message or theme of the story, and what can we learn from it?
5. How did the story make you feel, and why?
6. What would you do if you were in the same situation as one of the characters?
7. Did the story have a satisfying ending, and why or why not?
8. What are some possible ways the story could have ended differently, and how would that have changed the outcome?
9. What were some of your favorite parts of the story, and why?
10. Would you recommend this story to a friend, and why or why not?