英语小故事简短

The story of Little Sammy Squirrel

In the heart of autumn, Sammy, a young squirrel, embarked on a diligent quest to gather acorns for the winter. He diligently stored them beneath a towering oak tree, where he envisioned a cozy and abundant season ahead.

One crisp morning, a sparrow named Lily, hungry and destitute, landed nearby. With a small chirp she said, "Sammy, I am empty and in need of sustenance. Could you spare an acorn?"

Sammy hesitated. His acorns were his hard-earned winter provisions. "These are my sustenance for the cold months," he replied. The sparrow's heartbroken, she lifted off and flew away.

That very night, a tempestuous storm raged through the forest, unleashing its fury on the forest floor. When Sammy returned to his stash the next day, he found that most of his acorns had been swept away by the floodwaters. Left with nothing, he felt the chill of hunger and the cold of neglect.

Just then, a familiar chirp caught his attention. It was Lily, returning with a purpose. "Sammy, I found your acorns downstream," she said with relief in her voice. "Let me guide you." With courage and gratitude, Sammy followed her lead.

Together, they retraced their steps and gathered the scattered acorns. The sparrow's kindness and generosity had not only restored his own supply but also brought about a profound lesson for Sammy.

Sammy learned a profound lesson that day: kindness has its own reward. It wasn't just about the acorns anymore; it was about the invisible bond of friendship and compassion that transcended mere material possessions. From that day forward, Sammy carried this lesson in his heart and always shared his treasures with others, knowing that true wealth lies in the spirit of generosity and camaraderie.