HAZEL COULD'T WAIT TILL SUMMER VACATION SO SHE CAN VISIT HER COUSINS IN THE COUNTRY. BUT HAZEL WAS NOT FAMALIAR WITH INSECTS LIKE ANTS AND HOW THEY BITE  AND CREATE SORES. HAZEL STEPPED IN AN ANT BED AND SHE BEGAN TO SCREAM. HER FATHER RAN OVER TO SEE WHAT WAS WRONG. HAZEL HE NOTICES SHE HAD ANTS ON HER. HE BRUSED THEM OFF AND WHIPPED AWAY HER TEARS. HE TOLD HAZEL HE WILL PUT SOME CREAM ON HER BITES AND THEY WILL FEEL BETTER. HE BEGAN TO EXPLAIN TO HAZEL ABOUT THE ANTS AND HOW THEY ARE NEEDED ON EARTH. HAZELED NODDED WITH A SMILE AND STATED THAT SHE WILL BE MORE CAREFUL AND TO LOOK OUT FOR THE ANTS. 

HAZEL AND THE ANT BITE

Hazel packing her bags with excitement visible on her face, with Dad standing beside her and smiling

Hazel was excited; summer vacation was here! She packed her bags with all her gear. Off to the country, to her cousins she'd go. With Dad by her side, her excitement did show.

Summer Vacation Begins

Hazel running around in a vast green field with flowers and a big oak tree in the background

The countryside was vast, with fields so green. Hazel ran around, feeling so keen. She spotted some flowers and a big oak tree. Little did she know, there were ants she couldn't see.

Exploring the Countryside

Hazel stepping on an ant bed with a shocked expression on her face

Hazel stepped in an ant bed, not knowing the harm. Suddenly, she felt a sting on her arm. She began to scream, her eyes filled with tears. Dad came running to calm her fears.

The Ant Bed

Dad hugging Hazel tightly, brushing away ants with a concerned look on his face

Dad saw the ants and brushed them away. He hugged Hazel tight and said, 'It’s okay.' He wiped her tears and kissed her cheek. 'We'll put some cream, and you'll feel better in a week.'

Dad to the Rescue

Dad explaining about ants to Hazel, who is listening intently with a curious expression

Dad explained ants and their role in the land. 'They work really hard, all in a band.' Hazel listened closely, her fears began to fade. She learned about the ants and the homes they made.

Learning About Ants

Dad applying cream on Hazel's ant bites while she smiles gratefully

Dad put some cream on each little bite. Hazel felt better, and her smile was bright. 'Thank you, Dad,' she said with a grin. 'Now I know about ants and the trouble they're in.'

Healing and Understanding

Hazel carefully walking around an ant bed, with a thoughtful expression on her face

Hazel decided to be more careful and kind. She’d look out for ants, and keep them in mind. She watched where she stepped, and gave them space. She respected the ants, and their tiny place.

A New Respect

Hazel playing safely under the sun with a joyful expression, with a countryside background

Summer vacation continued with joy and fun. Hazel played safely, under the sun. She learned a lesson that she’d never forget. Respect all creatures, without any regret.