There was a mango tree by a river. It was home to many birds who lived on its branches. A little bird lived there too. She had worked hard collecting straws, leaves and feathers to build her nest. She was proud of her lovely home. One evening, it rained heavily. All the birds and the animals took shelter in their homes. A monkey, who was playing near the mango tree, took shelter under it. He was drenched. The proud bird saw the monkey and said, “Why didn’t you build a home before the rainy season?” The monkey did not like what the bird said and screamed, “Keep quiet, little bird!” The haughty bird continued, “Had you worked hard before, you wouldn’t be shivering now. But you monkeys keep lazing around.” The monkey lost his temper. With one blow, he sent the nest shattering on the ground. The bird stared in disbelief.
The Monkey and the Haughty Bird
