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Tourism
Touring Iran: Masoudieh Palace
Around the World: Top 10 Islands of the World
Entertainment
World Movies
Muhammad Ali Clay
Literature
Poem: Drive
Story: The story of Keesh
Fun
Brain Dominance Quiz
Crossword Puzzle
Kids Story: Circus Escape
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Editorial
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To u r i n g I r a n
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Culture
at the
Heart
of the
City
A large beautiful edifice, called
Emarat-Masoudieh or Masoudieh
Palace complex stands on Jomhuri
Street, near Baharestan Square,
south Tehran. It has been there
since the Qajar era.
The main building is a palace,
situated in the middle of a
garden. It belonged to Masoud
Mirza, son of Nasseroudin Shah.
He was dubbed Zel-o-Sultan
‘ruler’s shadow’ and assigned
the governorship of Isfahan. But
the palace here was his capital
residence.
In an area of 4,000 sq. meters,
the complex is divided into public
and private quarters, surrounding
houses, and administrative offices.
It was built in 1879 by a mason
named Shabar Me’marbashi.
Culture Magnet
The building lends itself well as a
place of culture. In 1926, the first
official library was established in
one of its halls. The library was the
cornerstone of the later National
Library.
A few years later, a collection of
antiques, gathered from across
the country, were transferred
to another hall of the complex,
and the place became Iran’s first
functional museum. In 1940,
the artifacts were transferred to
the newly established National
Museum. But many ancient
inscriptions and documents
remained at the palace.
In 1967, the ministry of education
became independent from the
ministry of culture and art, and
was housed in Masoudieh Palace.
The palace embodies the modern
history of Tehran, from the time
when Mohammad-Ali Shah’s
coach was bombed in front of the
building, providing him with an
excuse to deploy cannons and shell
the parliament. The palace was
then fusilladed, for it was one of
the main gathering places for the
constitutional revolutionaries.
Cafe
Today the palace houses a
beautiful and cozy cafe where one
can sip coffee and smell history
and culture. The menu specializes
in traditional Iranian food and
drinks.
The cafe has occupied one of
the large halls, although it can
become crammed sometimes. So,
to enjoy the environment, one
should reserve a table in advance,
especially over the weekend.
The cafe’s decoration and furniture
follow the Qajar style of the
palace. Wooden chairs are set
at the tables covered with floral
cloths. Fresh flowers of the season
are smiling. It is largely staffed by
artists, who add to the warmth
and hospitality of the place.
The cafe is open from 11 am to
7 pm during the week and from
9 on Fridays. The omelet is tasty
and filling, as is the aromatic
Ash-e-reshteh (traditional Persian
noodle soup). There are options
available for ‘veggies’. Exotic teas
are certainly worth a try as are the
numerous traditional infusions and
cordials.
Masoudieh Pala
ce
Around the World
1. Maui, Hawaii
The Hawaiian island of Maui is
a destination for true nature
lovers. The ethereal bamboo
forest and churning waterfalls
in Haleakala National Park can
be explored via the Waimoku
Falls Trail. Stretch out on warm,
golden sands or hit the surf for
an unforgettable windsurfing or
snorkeling session. Driving the
scenic road to Hana along the
island’s northeastern shore will
be among the most spectacular
journeys of your life.
2. Santorini, Cyclades
Even if you’ve never been to this
Cyclades Island in the Aegean
Sea, you’d still recognize it
immediately – candy-colored
houses carved into cliffs, sapphire
waters, gleaming white buildings
topped with half-spheres the
color of a stormy sky. Here you’ll
find peace as you roam the black
sand beaches or the streets of a
provincial village like Imerovigli.
Beautiful Oia is world famous for
its sunsets, which seem tinted
with every shade of an artist’s
palette.
3. Jamaica
Is there anything better than stretching out like a cat in a warm patch of
Jamaican sun? Known fondly as “the land of wood and water,” Jamaica’s
forests feature prime hiking and bird watching. History buffs enjoy the
heritage sites of Trelawny, while reggae and dancehall fans will
love the authentic music clubs of Kingston. Montego Bay
is perfect for snorkeling and shopping.
4. Providenciales, Turks
and Caicos
The most populated of the
Turks and Caicos Islands,
Providenciales is one of the
world’s top beach destinations.
The diving and snorkeling is as
convenient as it is stunning,
thanks to miles of coral reef
that’s easily accessible from
the shore. The upscale resorts
and captivating beachscapes
of Grace Bay make it a popular
choice for waterfront escapes.
The cliffs and crags of Chalk
Sound make a lovely backdrop
for kayaking the bright turquoise
waters.
5. Bali, Indonesia
Bali is a living postcard, an
Indonesian paradise that feels
like a fantasy. Soak up the sun
on a stretch of fine white sand,
or commune with the tropical
creatures as you dive along
coral ridges or the colorful
wreck of a WWII war ship. On
shore, the lush jungle shelters
stone temples and mischievous
monkeys. The “artistic capital”
of Ubud is the perfect place to
invigorate your mind and body in
a yoga class.
6. Majorca, Balearic
Islands
The dreamy island has a
reputation as a spring break
beach destination. Don't worry,
though, if you're vacationing
over elementary school spring
break-- there's plenty for the
younger crowd. Marineland's
dolphin and sea lion shows and
children's beach attract families.
And if you have a Thomasobsessed toddler, the antique
train that travels between Palma
and Soller is a must-see.
7. Mauritius, Africa
Mauritius is arguably Africa’s
wealthiest destination, a tropical
paradise with tons to do. Port
Louis, the modern capital of this
38-mile by 29-mile island, is a
bustling port with a revitalized
waterfront and a busy market.
But most visitors gravitate toward resort areas. Rivière Noire
is ideal for those looking for
great deep-sea fishing.
8. Phuket, Thailand
Thailand’s largest island is an international magnet for beach lovers
and serious divers, who enthusiastically submerge themselves in the
Andaman Sea. Blue lagoons and salmon sunsets make for a dreamlike atmosphere, and indeed, a vacation here can feel a bit surreal.
Watersports are the most popular activities, though once you’ve had
enough sun there’s still plenty to explore at the island’s aquariums,
gardens, and Buddhist temples.
9. Bora Bora, Society
Islands
Turquoise lagoons, soft white
sands, and deep tangerine
sunsets set the scene on the
island so nice they named it
twice. Mingle with tropical
fish as you flutter around Coral
Gardens or Tupitipiti Point, or
relax in a self-driving tour as you
take in beautiful views of the
once-volcanic Mount Otemanu.
At the Lagoonarium you can
watch shark feedings and swim
with turtles.
10. Fernando de Noronha, Brazil
The archipelago of Fernando de Noronha is a UNESCO
World Heritage Site with a delicate ecosystem. Visitors
are restricted, but the lucky few are rewarded with
unrivaled beaches and soothing warm waters filled
with dolphins and sea turtles, making Noronha one of
the world’s top diving destinations. On land, hike the
ecological trails of Jardim Elizabeth, the Esmerelda
Coast or Sancho Bay, which culminates in a climb up a
steep set of stairs carved into the split of a cliff.
World Movies
Free State of Jones
Action, Biography, Drama /
in theaters June 23
As civil war divides the nation,
a poor farmer from Mississippi
leads a group of rebels against the
Confederate army.
Director: Gary Ross
Stars: Matthew McConaughey,
Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Mahershala Ali
Eat That Question:
Frank Zappa in His
Own Words
Documentary / in theaters June 24
An in-depth look at the life and
work of avant-garde musician
Frank Zappa.
Director: Thorsten Schütte
Star: Frank Zappa
Wiener-Dog
Comedy / in theaters June 24
Chronicles the life of a dog as
it travels around the country,
spreading comfort and joy.
Director: Todd Solondz
Stars: Charlie Tahan, Greta
Gerwig, Danny DeVito | See full
cast & crew»
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The Purge: Election Year
Action, Horror, Sci-Fi /
in theaters June 30
Two years after choosing not to kill
the man who killed his son, former
police sergeant Barnes has become
head of security for Senator Charlene
Roan, the front runner in the next
Presidential election due to her vow
to eliminate the Purge.
Director: James DeMonaco
Stars: Frank Grillo, Elizabeth
Mitchell, Mykelti Williamson
The Legend of Tarzan
Action, Adventure /
in theaters June 30
Tarzan, having acclimated to
life in London, is called back to
his former home in the jungle
to investigate the activities at a
mining encampment.
Director: David Yates
Stars: Margot Robbie, Alexander
Skarsgård, Ella Purnell | See full
cast & crew »
Our Kind of Traitor
Thriller / in theaters July 1
A couple find themselves lured
into a Russian oligarch’s plans
to defect are soon positioned
between the Russian Mafia and
the British Secret Service, neither
of whom they can trust.
Director: Susanna White
Stars: Damian Lewis, Ewan
McGregor, Stellan Skarsgård
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The Secret Life of Pets
Animation, Comedy, Family/ in
theaters July 7
Taking place in a Manhattan
apartment building, Max’s life as a
favorite pet is turned upside down,
when his owner brings home a
sloppy mongrel named Duke.
Directors: Chris Renaud, Yarrow
Cheney
Stars: Jenny Slate, Ellie Kemper,
Lake Bell
Captain Fantastic
Drama / in theaters July 8
In the forests of the Pacific
Northwest, a father devoted to
raising his six kids with a rigorous
physical and intellectual education
is forced to leave his paradise
and enter the world, challenging
his idea of what it means to be a
parent.
Director: Matt Ross
Stars: Viggo Mortensen, Frank
Langella, Kathryn Hahn
Our Little Sister
Comedy, Drama / in theaters 13
June 2015 (Japan)
A story that revolves around
three sisters who live in their
grandmother’s home and the
arrival of their thirteen-year-old
half-sister.
Director: Hirokazu Koreeda
Stars: Haruka Ayase, Masami
Nagasawa, Kaho
Ghostbusters
Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi /
in theaters July 14
30 years after Ghostbusters took
the world by storm, the beloved
franchise makes its long-awaited
return. Director Paul Feig brings
his fresh take to the supernatural
comedy, joined by some of the
funniest actors working today.
Director: Paul Feig
Stars: Melissa McCarthy, Kristen
Wiig, Kate McKinnon
The Infiltrator
Biography, Crime, Drama /
in theaters July 13
A U.S. Customs official uncovers
a money laundering scheme
involving Colombian drug lord
Pablo Escobar.
Director: Brad Furman
Stars: Bryan Cranston, John
Leguizamo, Diane Kruger
Phantom Boy
Animation, Fantasy /
In theaters July 15
A super-powered boy helps a
wheelchair-bound policeman in
his attempt to bring down a mob
kingpin.
Directors: Jean-Loup Felicioli,
Alain Gagnol
Stars: Edouard Baer, Jean-Pierre
Marielle, Audrey Tautou
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Why Muhammad
Ali "STAR" not
on the ground at
Hollywood Walk
of Fame?
There was a reason the three-time world
champion's brass star was not placed on the
pavement like the rest.
In 2002 Muhammad Ali was honored with a
star on the world famous Hollywood Walk of
Fame – but it wasn’t like all the other stars.
“I bear the name of our Beloved Prophet
Mohammad (peace be upon him), and it is
impossible to I allow people to trample over
his name," said Muhammad Ali, the only
person whose Hollywood Walk of Fame Star is
hanging on a wall, not for anyone to step on.
Poem
Drive
Something about you that I truly admire,
Words from your mouth often inspire.
Glass is half-full, you clearly see,
Your positivity brings joy to me.
You're a combination of special and rare,
So many talents, with the world you may share.
Just the way you make others feel,
Is so wonderful, it's simply so real.
Wherever you go, whatever you seek,
I know you will conquer, no matter the peak.
By the look in your eyes, I can sense your drive,
I'm so happy, I know you will thrive.
Story
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THE STORY OF KEESH
by: Jack London (1876-1916)
Keesh lived at the edge of the
polar sea. He had seen thirteen
suns in the Eskimo way of keeping
time. Among the Eskimos; the
sun each winter leaves the land in
darkness and the next year, a new
sun returns, so it might be warm
again.
Keesh’s father had been a brave
man. But he had died hunting
for food. Keesh was his only son.
Keesh lived along with his mother,
Ikeega.
One night, the village council met
in the big igloo of Klosh-kwan, the
chief. Keesh was there with the
others. He listened, then waited
for silence. He said, "It is true that
you give us some meat. But it is
often old and tough meat, and
has many bones." The hunters
were surprised. This was a child
speaking against them. A child
talking like a grown man, Keesh
said, "My father, Bok, was a great
hunter. It is said that Bok brought
home more meat than any of the
two best hunters. And that he
divided the meat so that all got an
equal share."
"Naah! Naah!" the hunters cried.
"Put the child out! Send him to
bed. He should not talk to graybeards this way!" Keesh waited
until the noise stopped. "You have
a wife, Ugh-gluk," he said. "And
you speak for her. My mother has
no one but me. So I speak. As I
say, Bok hunted greatly, but is now
dead. It is only fair then that my
mother, who was his wife, and I,
his son, should have meat when
the tribe has meat. I, Keesh, son of
Bok, have spoken."
Again, there was a great noise
in the igloo. The council ordered
Keesh to bed. It even talked of
giving him no food. Keesh jumped
to his feet. "Hear me!" he cried.
"Never shall I speak in the council
igloo again. I shall go hunt meat
like my father, Bok." There was
much laughter when Keesh spoke
of hunting. The laughter followed
Keesh as he left the council
meeting. The next day, Keesh
started out for the shore, where
the land meets the ice. Those
who watched saw that he carried
his bow and many arrows. Across
his shoulder was his father's big
hunting spear. Again there was
laughter. One day passed, then a
second.
On the third day, a great wind
blew. There was no sign of Keesh.
His mother, Ikeega, put burned
seal oil on her face to show her
sorrow. The women shouted at
their men for letting the little boy
go. The men made no answer, but
got ready to search for the body of
Keesh. Early next morning, Keesh
walked into the village. Across his
shoulders was fresh meat. "Go you
men, with dogs and sleds. Follow
my footsteps. Travel for a day,"
he said. "There is much meat on
the ice. A she-bear and her two
cubs." His mother was very happy.
Keesh, trying to be a man, said to
her, "Come, Ikeega, let’s eat. And
after that, I shall sleep, for I am
tired. "There was much talk whren
Keesh went to his igloo. The killing
of a bear was dangerous. But it
was three times more dangerous
to kill a mother bear with cubs.
The men did not believe Keesh had
done so. But the women pointed
to the fresh meat. At last, the men
agreed to go for the meat that was
left. But they were not very happy.
One said that even if Keesh had
killed the bear, he probably had
not cut the meat into pieces. But
when the men arrived, they found
that Keesh had not only killed
the bear, but had also cut it into
pieces, just like a grown hunter. So
began the mystery of Keesh. On his
next trip, he killed a young bear…
and on the following trip, a large
male bear and its mate. Then there
was talk of magic and witchcraft
in the village. "He hunts with evil
spirits," said one. "Maybe his
father's spirit hunts with him," said
another. Keesh continued to bring
meat to the village. Some people
thought he was a great hunter.
There was talk of making him chief,
after old Kloshkwan.
They waited, hoping he would
come to council meetings. But he
never came. "I would like to build
an igloo." Keesh said one day, "but
I have no time. My job is hunting.
So it would be just if the men and
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women of the village, who eat my
meat, build my igloo." And the
igloo was built. It was even bigger
than the igloo of the Chief Kloshkwan. One day, Ugh-gluk talked
to Keesh. "It is said that you hunt
with evil spirits, and they help
you kill the bear." "Is the meat
not good?" Keesh answered. "Has
anyone in the village yet become
sick after eating it? How do you
know evil spirits are with me? Or
do you say it because I am a good
hunter?" Ugh-gluk had no answer.
The council sat up late talking
about Keesh and the meat. They
decided to spy on him. On Keesh's
next trip, two young hunters, Bim
and Bawn, followed him. After
five days, they returned. The
council met to hear their story.
"Brothers," Bim said, "we followed
Keesh, and he did not see us. The
first day he came to a great bear.
Keesh shouted at the bear, loudly.
The bear saw him and became
angry. It raised high on its legs and
growled. But Keesh walked up to
it." "We saw it," Bawn, the other
hunter, said. "The bear began to
run toward Keesh. Keesh ran away.
But as he ran, he dropped a little
round ball on the ice. The bear
stopped and smelled the
ball, then ate it.
Keesh continued to run, dropping
more balls on the ice. The bear
followed and ate the balls." The
council members listened to every
word. Bim continued the story.
"The bear suddenly stood up
straight and began to shout in
pain.”Evil spirits," said Ugh-gluk.
"I do not know," said Bawn. "I
can tell only what my eyes saw.
The bear grew weak. Then it
sat down and pulled at its own
fur with its sharp claws. Keesh
watched the bear that whole
day." "For three more days, Keesh
continued to watch the bear. It
was getting weaker and weaker.
Keesh moved carefully up to the
bear and pushed his father's
spear into it." "And then?" asked
Klosh-kwan. "And then we left."
That afternoon, the council talked
and talked. When Keesh
arrived in the village, the
council sent a messenger
to ask him to come to the
meeting. But Keesh said
he was tired and hungry.
He said his igloo was
big and could hold
many people, if the
council wanted a
meeting. Klosh-kwan
led the council to the
igloo of Keesh. Keesh
was eating, but he
welcomed them.
Klosh-kwan told
Keesh that two
hunters had seen
him kill a bear. And
then, in a serious voice to Keesh,
he said, "We want to know how
you did it." Did you use magic and
witchcraft?" Keesh looked up and
smiled. "No, Klosh-kwan. I am a
boy. I know nothing of magic or
witchcraft. But I have found an
easy way to kill the ice-bear. It is
head-craft, not witchcraft." "And
will you tell us, Keesh?" Kloshkwan
asked in a shaking voice. "I will
tell you. It is very simple. Watch."
Keesh picked up a thin piece
of whalebone. The ends were
pointed and sharp as a knife.
Keesh bent the bone into a circle.
Suddenly he let the bone go, and
it became straight with a sharp
snap. He picked up a piece of seal
meat. "So," he said, "first make a
circle with a sharp, thin piece of
whale bone. Put the circle of bone
inside some seal meat. Put it in the
snow to freeze. The bear eats the
ball of meat with the circle of bone
inside. When the meat gets inside
the bear, the meat gets warm, and
the bone goes snap! The sharp
points make the bear sick. It is
easy to kill then. It is simple." Ughgluk said, "Ohhh!" Klosh-kwan said
"Ahh!" Each said something in his
own way. And all understood. That
is the story of Keesh, who lived
long ago on the edge of the polar
sea. Because he used head-craft,
instead of witchcraft, he raised
from the poorest igloo to be the
chief in the village. And for all the
years that followed, his people
were happy. No one cried at night
with pains of hunger.
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Quiz
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Brain dominance
Note the characteristics which apply to you.
Then look at the answer key and check to see which characteristics
are left brain (L) and which right brain (R).
Sum them up and discover whether you are left brain or right brain
dominant.
1. I am usually late for my appointments.
2. I make gestures with my hands when I talk.
3. I usually guess the time correctly.
4. I like to read the instructions when I buy something
new.
5. I often catch myself day dreaming.
6. I find it easier to remember names instead of faces.
7. When someone asks me a question I turn my head to
the left.
8. I like to set goals for myself and organize my time.
9. I work better when I listen to my favorite music or
radio station.
10. “Hey, aren’t you listening?” is a question I am
frequently asked.
11. I pay attention to what is being said rather than how it
is said.
12. I analyze the pros and cons when making an
important decision.
13. A messy desk is a sign of genius.
14. When I have many things to do I begin with the easy
ones.
15. I write my holiday greeting cards early.
16. I approach new tasks by relating them to
accomplished ones.
Sum up your responses from the answer key below. Do not award points for the
opposite side if you did not answer affirmatively to a question.
Example, question 13: A messy desk is a sign of genius.
From the answer key below, question 13 corresponds to 'right brain' or 'R'. If you
believe a messy desk is a sign of genius, award a point for 'R'. You should not
award a point for 'L', if you do not believe that a messy desk is a sign of genius.
Your score shouldn't exceed 8, and could be as low as 0, for either or both 'R'
and 'L'.
Answer key:
1. R
2. R
3. L
4. L
5. R
6. L
7. R
8. L
9. R
10. R
11. L
12. L
13. R
14. L
15. L
16. R
Left brain individuals are analytical,
articulate and to the point. They
like identifying details and are more
logical than intuitive. Left brained
people have good communication
and persuasion skills.
Right brain individuals are intuitive,
creative and imaginative. They are
flexible and are concerned with the
bigger picture rather than details.
They are impulsive and spontaneous
and do not like time limits. They
have difficulty explaining ideas
verbally and prefer illustrations to
verbal instructions.
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Crossword
Across
1. The name of our galaxy
4. A very small star
6. The planet closest to Earth
9. The "Red Planet"
10. The planet closest to the Sun
11. Number of stars in the Big Dipper
13. The distance light travels in one year
17. An instrument that makes distant objects look
larger and closer
19. The spinning of the Earth on its axis
20. Small rocky objects that revolve around the sun,
mostly in the area between
Mars and Jupiter
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Down
2. A scientist who studies stars and planets
3. A star much larger than our sun
5. A group of stars with a definite pattern or
arrangement
7. A star's brightness is called its ______.
8. The largest planet in our solar system
12. Another name for the North Star
14. A large group of stars, gas and dust
15. The movement of the Earth around the Sun
16. The planet with rings
18. A mass of material with a long tail that travels
around the Sun
Across
1. Bread baked in one piece
2. Another word for BIG
3. When you find out more about something, you do
this
5. A green plant often used in salads
6. A large powerful wild cat; the males have a shaggy
mane
8. To try to hear something
9. A statement that is not true
10. A hard candy on the end of a stick
13. Opposite of FIRST
14. You do this when something is funny
15. Something good to drink in the summer
16. Red insect with black spots
17. Where you go to check out books
18. Another word for SMALL
20. To use the eyes to see
21. Wood that has been cut into boards and planks
22. Opposite of dark
Down
1. There are 26 of these in the alphabet
3. A long part of your body
4. To like someone or something a lot
6. A juicy, sour green fruit
7. A large, spotted wild cat
9. They grow on trees
10. The person who is first
11. This gives off light and helps you see
12. This organ helps you breathe
14. A hard-shelled sea animal often eaten as food
16. A game in which you jump over other people
17. A device that keeps something shut
19. A South American mammal with a soft coat
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Kids’ Story
Circus
escape
Billy was getting excited. It was the day of
the circus! Billy loved the circus: all the
animals and the people‫ ؛‬It was so much fun!
At eight o’clock Billy and his parents arrived
at the huge red and white striped tent called
‘The Big Top’.
The Ringmaster shouted with his huge
booming voice: “Good evening ladies and
gentlemen!”
Then the lights went up to the top of the
tent and Billy saw a man and a woman dressed
in sparkly clothes balancing on a huge swing.
They flew through the air. “Ooooo!” shouted
the people every time they flew. It was very,
very exciting.
A door opened and the lions bounced into
the ring: there were six of them all looking
huge and fierce and dangerous. The man in
the middle was the lion tamer.
Billy watched as he put his head in the biggest
lion’s mouth. “Ooooo” shouted the people in
horror and amazement.
After the lions came the clowns.
They were wearing brightly colored clothes:
blue and yellow and red with spots of green.
They had red noses and painted faces and
funny red hair. They fell over, told lots of
jokes and did lots of very silly things.
“Ha, ha, ha!” Laughed the people and Billy
laughed,too.
Finally the elephants arrived in the ring:There
were three enormous grey elephants and one
smaller one. The small one balanced on one
leg and did lots of tricks.
Then it stopped and looked up at Billy. “Hello!”
Said Billy to the elephant: “I’m Billy.”
“I’m Minny.” Replied the elephant to Billy’s
surprise.
Then suddenly the small elephant turned
around and ran towards the door of the tent.
It ran out of the tent into the street and off
into the town. All the people rushed out of
the circus tent screaming, “Aagh!, The
elephant! It’s escaped!”.
“Help!” Cried the Ringmaster, “Minny the
elephant has escaped!”
Minny was a very happy elephant. It was the
first time she had been out of the circus! It
felt good to be free!
She ran along the main street toward the
main square. She saw the fountain in the
middle of the square. She climbed into the
big fountain and sat down in the water.
People tried to walk by, but Minny sprayed
water at them using her huge trunk! “Oh,
this is much more fun than the circus!” Cried
Minny.
After a while Minny decided to explore. She
went along the street and into the big
supermarket. All the people who saw Minny
ran out of the supermarket screaming!
Minny had a wonderful time. She helped
herself to the bananas and scoffed a large
chocolate cake, ten packets of biscuits and
a large number of buns.
When she had finished eating, Minny decided
to explore again; so she went out into the
street.
In the distance Minny saw a big house, but
there was something strange about it. There
was a red light all around it.
Minny got nearer to the house and then she
heard the people in the house shouting and
screaming. “Help!” They shouted, “Save us!”
Minny rushed into the garden opposite the
house. There was a big pond with lots of
water.
She put her trunk in the water and took in as
much water as she could.
Then she rushed over to the house and
sprayed the house with water. She did this
many times and the flames and fire died
away.
From the top window Minny could see a small
boy. He opened the window and Minny took
him out of the house using her trunk.
“Minny!” He cried. “It’s me!”
“Hello Billy.” Said the elephant. “You saved
me!” Cried Billy. “You are the bravest
elephant in the world!”
Billy’s mother and father came rushing out
of the house. They couldn’t believe what
they saw!
Billy was safe and their house was safe and
all because of an elephant.
The next day all the people in the town made
a crowd outside the town hall. They gave
Minny the elephant a special medal.
Billy rode around the square on Minny’s back
waving and smiling at all the people.
They went slowly back to the circus to rejoin
the other elephants. Minny was so happy
that she never wanted to escape from the
circus again.