THE HEDGEHOG'S UNLUCKY DAY

The hedgehog fell down the slide and hurt his foot. He sat on a stone and called for help.He called for help from the forest management. They took him to the hospital in an ambulance. They treated his foot and bandaged it.The hedgehog started playing again. After his record was broken, he said he would fall again and break his other foot.

He called for help again, but this time no one came. The hedgehog became enraged. He found an aconite on the ground and played with it. Just then, a branch from the tree fell on the hedgehog's head. The hedgehog was furious and told him to be careful with the tree because it was hurting him. He came to Terra and treated his other foot. Terra warned him. The hedgehog promised to take better care.

İLKNUR TOSUN/MARMARA PRIMARY SCHOOL

THE SQUIRREL IS HUNGRY

There was a Squirrel Pinecone in the forest. This pinecone was very hungry. He searched everywhere in the forest for food.

He saw a piece of twig! Looking at the twig, he said, "This is inedible!"

"I'm so hungry, what can I eat?" He said. Then he found a piece of stone.

"Oh, how can I eat this? It's so hard!"

"Yes, it's a stone, this is inedible!"

Then, while wandering through the forest, he found a stick. "This is inedible too," he said.

Claiming he was hungry, he continued his wandering. He wondered what to do next.

Then Squirrel Pinecone's friend gave him an acorn.

"That's it! You can eat the acorn."

Squirrel Pinecone said cheerfully, "Now I'm full. I'm so happy."

That's where the story ends.

GEORGIA EMMANOUIL

                      Terra's favorite things

One sunny morning, Terra woke up, got out of bed, opened her window, and as she looked at the bright sun and admired the wonderful day, a peacock feather flew in front of her. She liked it very much and kept it. She went outside to see where the feather had come from and, walking through the grass, she found an acorn and picked that up too.

After walking a little further, she reached the sea. There she found a broken shell. She decided to take that with her too. But there were also many discarded flowers on the beach. Terra picked them up and took them with her. On her way back, she passed through a small forest and picked some pinecones. She continued her walk and arrived at the park where there were many fallen leaves. She gathered them too and went home. She kept everything she had gathered and lay down to sleep. The next morning when she woke up, a big surprise awaited her. Everything she had collected the previous day had disappeared. Then she thought that someone might have stolen them and decided to go out and look for the thief. On her way, she found some plants she liked and took them for her kitchen. When she returned home, she saw that her house was gone... it had been stolen too. She was very sad, but she thought of gathering some stones to build a new one.  Terra built the most beautiful house and planted many trees and flowers in her yard. Then she called all the children to come to her house. The children went to her house and from that day on they became friends. They promised Terra that they would protect her and not let anyone hurt her.

From then until now, children have been Terra's best protectors!

Terra in the forest

One beautiful autumn day, Terra went for a walk in a village that had a forest with many tall trees. Terra walked among the trees and gathered in her little basket colorful autumn leaves, pinecones from the pine trees, cypress fruits from the cypress trees, fragrant tangerines from the tangerine tree, acorns from the oak tree, carobs from the carob tree, and lovely flowers. She also cut a branch from an olive tree to bring back to the village. Suddenly, two of her good friends, the little squirrel and the hedgehog, ran up to her. They all played hide-and-seek together under the branches of the trees, laughing out loud. The nature around them seemed to be happy with them. After saying goodbye to them, Terra continued her walk until she reached the sea. There, she collected two seashells and a pebble. In the end, she returned home joyful and happy after a beautiful walk in nature! Nature is a great treasure—it gives us joy, play, gifts, and peace. And we must always love and protect it.

Anna Fanourgiaki

Alina Cara

Leotești Secondary School,Romania

Cristina Croitoru

Martisor Middle School/Bucharest/Romania

             A Magical Day with Terra

    On a beautiful autumn day, Terra went for a walk.  

I am Mascot Terra and I love nature! — she said cheerfully.  

    On the way, she found a small, shiny stone.  

   Wow, this stone is heavy! I’ll put it in my backpack! — said Terra.  

   Then, under a yellow leaf, she found a shell. 

  Hey, but shells belong in the sea! How did it get here? — asked a curious little girl. 

     Further on, Terra spotted a shiny acorn. A delicious food for squirrels! — laughed a little boy. 

    In a corner, Terra found 3 nuts and later 2 acorns and a fir cone. Oh, what an autumn treasure! — shouted a child.  The wind brought a red leaf that fell on her head.  Now I have a hat! — laughed Terra.

There were also some purple and yellow flowers on the ground.   Let's make a bouquet for Mascot Terra! — said all the children. 

    Finally Terra and her friends gathered gifts from nature and enjoyed the most beautiful autumn walk! 

                                                      Cristina Croitoru

              Martisor Middle School/Bucharest/Romania

Bizdoc Diana Maria

Martisor Middle School/Bucharest/Romania

In search of lost feathers

On a sunny autumn day, Terra put on her new slippers and went for a walk in the forest behind the house. She walked a little and suddenly a leaf falls in front of her.

-What's happening? Where did you come from?

-From here? A voice answers.

Terra is scared, but brave, she asks one more time who spoke to her.

-I am the oak. Up here!

Terra looks up and discovers a tall and imposing tree, but almost leafless. It was the oldest oak in the forest and with the arrival of autumn it had begun to shake off its dry leaves.

On one of its branches there was an owl crying. Terra asked her what happened, and she replied:

-I lost some feathers and I can't find them anymore. Every time I get scared I lose another feather.

-We could go look for them, Terra said.

-Oh, that's a wonderful idea! No one has ever helped me find my lost feathers.The two set off together in search. 

They walked along a path until, from under a large rock, the tip of a feather emerged. They pushed the boulder hard, freeing the feather. The owl was very happy.

They went further until, out of nowhere, they came across a seashell. Curious, they picked it up, looked at it and discovered that there was another feather inside. Terra and the owl, who had already become friends, were also very happy.

The two friends continued their journey and at the edge of the forest, stuck in a pine cone, they discovered the third feather.

They were very happy.

They returned to the oak tree and promised themselves that although their adventure was over, they would definitely see each other again.

After they said ”goodbye”, Terra went home, being happy because she  made a new friend.

Bizdoc Diana-Maria

Martisor Middle School/

Bucharest/Romania

                            The Power of Cooperation 

Once upon a time, in a beautiful forest, lived Terra. One sunny afternoon, she decided to go to the sea. As she was walking along the shore, she saw beautiful seashells, large shiny stones, and lovely starfish. She thought it would be nice to collect some to decorate her home. After spending quite some time there, she started her journey back home. On her way, she met her friend Greenblabla, whom she hadn’t seen in a while. Greenblabla was feeling sad because the night before, a strong wind had damaged her house. That’s why she had gone to the forest to gather leaves, branches, acorns, and cypress cones, so she could repair it. Terra told her that she wanted to help, and so they set off together for Greenblabla’s home. They spread out all the things Greenblabla had gathered from the forest, along with everything Terra had collected from the sea. After working for a long time, the house was finally ready again. The two friends were very happy that they had helped each other. They sat together and enjoyed a warm cup of hot chocolate!

Maria Paitaki, 1st Kindergarten of Perama, Rethymno, Greece

One sunny morning, Terra, the cheerful guardian of nature, walked happily through the forest. Birds were singing, leaves were dancing in the wind, and everything around her seemed full of life. Suddenly, she heard a tiny cry: “Peep! Peep!” 

Behind a bush stood a little fawn, shaking with worry.

“Don’t be scared,” Terra said softly. “I’m your friend.”

“I’m lost… I can’t find my mother,” whispered the fawn. Terra smiled kindly. “Let’s find her together. The forest always helps those who care for it.” They began their journey, following the songs of the birds. But soon, they heard another noise— Splash!
A baby bird had fallen into a small stream and was struggling to get out. “Oh no!” cried the fawn. Terra quickly knelt down. “Hold on, little one!”

She picked up a long branch, and the baby bird grabbed it with its tiny claws. With a gentle pull, Terra lifted it safely onto the bank. The bird shook its wings, chirping happily before flying back to its nest. “See?” Terra said. “When we help nature, nature helps us.”

As they walked on, a soft breeze brushed their faces, and the leaves rustled loudly—as if guiding them. Soon, they reached a bright clearing where a mother deer stood searching anxiously. “Mama!” the fawn cried and ran toward her.

The mother deer nuzzled her baby lovingly. “Thank you, Terra. You brought back my little one.” Terra smiled. “I’m always here for the forest.”

And from that day on, Terra became known as the little hero of the woods—brave, kind, and always ready to help any creature in need.

Written by Prof. Fustei Diana
Școala Profesională Mogoșești, Iași, Romania

Terra'nın Sonbahar Sevinci

Rengarenk sonbahar ormanında Terra adında bir koruyucu, elindeki dünya ve Işınla dolaşıyordu.Bir gün, hışırdayan yapraklarla dolu ve çam kozalaklarının arasında gizlenmiş bir yerde durdu. Sincap Fındık ve kuş Chirp de ona katıldı.

"Oyun zamanı!" diye konuştu Terra.

Fındık bir çam kozalağıyla düzeltme Cıvıltı neşeyle şarkı söylüyordu. Terra da dağıtımla birlikte yerde yavaşlama çıngırdatmaya başladı.

Üç arkadaş, çam kozalakları ve sonbaharın dağılmaları arasında, kahkahalarla dolu, doğanın dinginliğini yaşayarak basit oyunlar oynadılar.

FAZİLET BİLGİLİ/AKKUŞ ANAOKULU/TÜRKİYE

The magical company of nature!

Once upon a time, in a beautiful autumn forest, there lived together a golden leaf, a slender twig, a proud pinecone, a shiny shell, three mischievous acorns, a red pomegranate, a round pebble and a handful of colorful flowers.

One morning, the leaf began to dance in the air with excitement.

— “I heard that the Wind is looking for the most special thing in nature to make it its helper!” it said.

The acorns began to roll around with joy, the pinecone proudly shook its scales, while the shell shone like a small sun.

“Only what can help others and bring joy can become my helper,” said the wind.

The shell sang with its sea voice, filling the forest with peace.

The group decided to work together. Everyone, in their own way, offered something valuable

The pebble remained still and strong, so that everyone could lean on it when they got tired

The leaf made a colorful umbrella for the flowers when it started to drizzle The pomegranate distributed juicy seeds

to the animals.

The pine cone gave seeds to the birds to eat.

The twig became a small bridge for an ant that had gotten lost.

The three acorns made everyone laugh with their somersaults

The flowers gave their fragrances to their friends.

“Which of you brought the greatest joy?” asked the wind.

The group looked at each other. No one wanted to show off.

Then the Wind smiled:

 “But of course… the most special of all of you is you! Your strength is your friendship.”

And so the wind lifted them up and made them travel alongside it: sometimes in the forest, sometimes in the sea, sometimes in the mountains.

Amalia Kouratora

A walk in the garden

 Paraskevi Magaliou, 25th Kinderkarten of Larissa, Greece               

                       "A Walk in the Garden"

Once upon a time, in a beautiful garden with chrysanthemums, stones and autumn fruits, there lived a beautiful creature called Tera who loved all things of nature and all seasons. Every season he took walks in the garden and talked with nature. He admired the autumn landscape!!!

One winter day, while Tera was taking her walk, she saw a little child gathering sticks to light the fireplace in their home to get warm. Tera approached the child and offered it an orange, and asked if it needed her help and company to go back to her house, get warm, and spend this cold day together. The child gladly accepted the invitation!!

In the summer, Tera decided to go for a slightly longer walk, beyond the garden. She took the child with her and they went to the beach to enjoy nature there. They played with the seawater, collected seashells, built sandcastles, and were very happy. Tera and all the children who loved her very much understood that all seasons are beautiful and all the gifts of nature are unique!!

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