Amir loves helping his grandfather care for their rooftop garden. When Grandpa’s pear tree stops bearing fruit, they discover pests eating the plants. Grandpa explains that ladybirds are natural pest controllers. Determined, Amir collects ladybirds from various places. They release ten into the garden, and soon the garden flourishes again, full of healthy fruits and flowers.
Themes
Environment & Conservation
Social & Emotional Wellbeing
Family & Friends
Gardening
pollination
intergenerational wisdom
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