The Return Gift - Nursery Rhyme

Chinnu, the chipmunk got a gift, a corn,
from her best friend, Hugo, the hippo.
She planned to eat the tasty corn soon,
and meet Hugo the next afternoon 
to give him a large pear that she’d stored
in her burrow near the neem tree.

An idea sparked in Chinnu’s brain then.
She thought, ‘Why can’t I give Hugo right now
his return gift?’ - but did not know how.
It was late evening and getting dark,
still, she hurried and leapt across the park
and looked for Hugo here and there.
Nowhere to find him, she felt very sad
and sat near the swamp, feeling so bad.
“Hello my friend”, there came a voice
from behind.  Chinnu turned back to find
her friend right there and felt so glad. 
She gave the pear to Hugo, the hippo.
He gulped it at once and said with a smile
“what a yummy treat I got to eat!”

Date: 03/10/2023
Kids Creativity And Learning Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Eve Roper
Rhymes checked in RhymeZone.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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September 8, 2023 at 2:23 AM
Oh my, this is such an adorable children's tale. I can absolutely imagine a sweet little chipmunk and amiable hippo.. And felt like flipping the pages of lovely short story book.. You're definitely a gifted poetess and your way of storytelling is so resplendent and unique in its own way! What a beautiful treat! I always love reading your gorgeous work :)
Dietrich Avatar
September 7, 2023 at 12:52 PM
this is cute as can be, my sweet friend.
Empress Avatar
August 19, 2023 at 7:54 AM
Such creative storytelling , this is so cute and i absolutely got hooked on the tale, you really are a gifted writer , and your rhymes make it sound so melodious too, excellent write
One Avatar
August 17, 2023 at 1:41 PM
This is lovely..you wrote it very well..Its a shame you are not writing anymore
Kulkarni Avatar
April 15, 2023 at 2:24 PM
Such a cute poem teaching about sharing! Loved it Anitha!
Baker Avatar
April 14, 2023 at 3:34 PM
Cute Nursery Rhyme, Anitha. It was a fun poem to read. Have a great week, my friend! A poet friend in Texas, Bill
Lawrence Avatar
April 13, 2023 at 8:20 AM
So sweet dear Ani ! I am just getting to this charming poem of yours . Belated congratulations on your win . I remember reading nursery rhymes out loud to my children when they were young and I remember my Father reading them to me . Such great memories your poem has brought up . Sweet lessons you speak of . Sending love and hugs to you dear one . Xx Susan :)
Chuuk Avatar
March 23, 2023 at 6:28 AM
Congratulations on your win, Anitha. Such creative and talent you are.
Fowler Avatar
March 20, 2023 at 12:14 PM
Aaah Anitha. This is just too, too sweet. Congratulations on your win! :)
Andresen Avatar
March 20, 2023 at 11:51 AM
- Ani, congratulation on your win ... a very cute poem :) - hugs
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March 20, 2023 at 11:14 AM
Congratulations Anitha on your win in Eve’s contest with this delightful story/nursery rhyme… Belle
Goldsmith Avatar
March 20, 2023 at 10:57 AM
Congratulation on your win. A creative write. Have a blessed day..................
Roper Avatar
March 20, 2023 at 9:14 AM
Anitha, congratulation on your win. Thank you so much for creating a wonderful story for young children for the contest. Many blessings to you. Eve
Brul Avatar
March 14, 2023 at 6:14 PM
This is so creative and cute! Blessings my friend.
Kendrick Avatar
March 14, 2023 at 11:13 AM
Ahhh!! Reads like good contending material for the contest to me. Way to go. Thanks for sharing it with us and for dropping by my page. Those hippos are very huge animals and look so dangerous on TV. Sara
Turner Avatar
March 10, 2023 at 9:39 PM
Anitha, this is a cute story that shows the kindness in your heart and the gentleness of your soul. Peace to you always:)
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March 10, 2023 at 5:14 AM
A story that entertains-- fit for the kids to enjoy. Exchange of small gifts goes a long way to learn of friendships and love.
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