Lesson 37 – Ryokan and the Starfish
calligrapher: someone who knows the art of fine handwriting
ashore: on the shore
Things to do
1. Answer the following questions:
(a) What did Ryokan see on the beach?
Ans: Ryokan saw hundreds of starfish washed ashore in a storm.
(b) What did he do?
Ans: Ryokan picked up the starfish one by one and put them back in the sea.
(c) What did he mean by ‘It will make a difference to this little fish’?
Ans: It means that if he helps the fish get back to the sea, they will live; if he does not help, they will die in the hot sun.
2. Make a resolution to offer at least a little help every day to someone who needs it.
Ans: Promise to lend a hand each day. Whether it’s sharing toys, saying kind words, or assisting someone, you’ll make the world brighter. Your small acts of kindness can bring big smiles to others and fill your heart with happiness too. So, keep looking for opportunities to help, and you’ll make a wonderful difference in people’s lives.