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Nimmo- The SUPERSTAR! | Bedtime Stories for Kids

Television entertains all. It always has something amusing in store for its lovers of all age groups. Smiling faces on the TV screens which entertains us unconditionally. The reality of working in the television industry is long, tedious working hours.  They have to spend long working hours in the shooting location. One such entertaining and famous faces of television was Nimmo. The twelve-year-old cute boy became extremely popular in no time. He was highly appreciated for his performance as an angel in a TV show. Nimmo enjoyed his newly found stardom but he missed playing with friends.

Nimmo was a talented student and managed his work and studies with ease. His mother helped him in managing and planning his routine. Nimmo too understood the importance of rare and fabulous opportunity that had been bestowed upon him. But he wanted to enjoy a normal childhood. He wanted to concentrate on studies too.

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His father didn’t approve of Nimmo entering the entertainment industry so early. His father was an engineer. If asked his father wanted Nimmo to be an engineer too. Actually, his father was very liberal. He wanted him to study and enjoy his childhood like a normal boy. He wanted him to decide his career choice rather than his mother deciding it for him.

But his mother was hellbent to make Nimmo a superstar.

‘Dad, I want to play with my friends,’ said Nimmo.

Seeing Nimmo missing his friends, he quickly arranged for his friends to visit his place. Nimmo played with them. Seeing him smile his mother realized Nimmo loves being with his friends, enjoys school life more. She called the TV show producer and told them about their decision of quitting the show. 

Nimmo’s father was extremely proud of his wife for accepting her mistake and amend it rightly.

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Next morning when Nimmo heard about his mother’s decision to quit the show. Nimmo felt extremely hurt. His father and mother thought he would be happy. But Nimmo was looking sad. When his father asked him about his sadness. He said I enjoy being on set, performing my role.

His father was completely surprised hearing this. He said when I saw you playing with your friends I thought you are missing them.

"I do miss them but I also love my work," said Nimmo.

His father too accepted his mistake.

Just because you love one thing, doesn’t mean you can’t love another.

Nimmo’s mother and father understood Nimmo’s love for acting. They called show’s producer and inform them about Nimmo’s decision. Nimmo enjoyed his acting stint and simultaneously concentrated on studies. He enjoyed his free time with his family and friends. His parent supported him in making decisions. 

Nimmo’s parents were extremely proud of him. Nimmo was clear that he wanted to be a superstar. He was lucky to have found his base. He too was extremely proud of having parents like them and he loved them dearly.

Moral of the story- Never shy away from accepting mistakes.


Happy reading!
About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly 

appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx.

Animal Stories for Kids | Friendship of Parrot Hira and Mani

Once upon a time, there lived a poor man called Mani. Today he was extremely sad and was crying beside the river. This river was situated on the outskirts of the village. He wanted to commit suicide by drowning himself in the water. Hira, a parrot came to drink water from the river. Parrot saw Mani crying and asked him the reason. Mani answered, ‘My family members removed me from the house as there were already seven people in the house.’

Hira tried to console Mani. Mani said he wants to die. But Hira explained to him that he should earn a good life instead of dying. Inspired with Hira’s words, Mani decided to give life a try. Mani ate apples offered by Hira. Mani drank water and decided to search for work. Hira told Mani about fortune a telling via parrots. Mani said but he doesn’t know anything about it. Hira taught Mani about fortune telling via parrots which he had learned from his master. Mani soon started earning with help of Hira.

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Mani bought a small hut in the village. His family members were jealous of Mani. Soon Mani earned enough to buy a big house. He then married Hema. Mani and Hema were living a happy life. 

Soon Mani was blessed with a boy. When Hira said that now he should leave. Disappointed Mani asked Hira to stay for two years till he saves enough money to raise his boy nicely. Hira agreed to stay back. 

After few years Hira again said he wants to leave. Disappointed Mani asked Hira to stay for more five years till he saves enough money to fund his boy’s education. Hira agreed to stay back.  

Mani’s son got a proper education from the village school. Again, Hira said he wants to leave. Disappointed Mani asked Hira to stay for more six years till he saves enough money to fund his boy’s marriage. Hira agreed to stay back. 

Mani’s son got married lavishly. Mani was extremely happy. Again, Hira said now your life is settled so let me go. Mani said please wait till I have enough money to ensure a good life for my grandchild. 

Hira started laughing and said this will go on and on. Hira said because you wanted to earn money I was not able to see several panoramic places in the world. Now I am old and I can’t fly.

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Mani left bad for Hira. He decided to help Hira, just like he helped him. He thought for days and finally, he found a way to express his gratitude to Hira. Mani made a cage for Hira. Mani asked Hira to live in a cage. He will hold the cage and walk, exploring different places. Hira was very happy to hear that his friend will accompany him. Mani and Hira both left for a world tour. They decided to see places they could till they are alive. 

Their friendship became an inspiration for villagers. We spent all our lives running behind money. Earning to give your family a good life is necessary but it is also important that we give time to ourselves. 

Moral of the story: The greatest gift of life is friendship.

Happy reading!
About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly 

appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx.

Folk Stories | The Astrologer's Wife

Once upon a time, there lived an astrologer’s son called Deva. He was astrologer’s only son. Deva loved food and always accompanied his father to puja. Puja is a Hindu ritual of praying to Almighty God. These pujas were usually held at homes of rich merchants and villagers. Deva’s father used to perform these pujas and earn Dakshina. Deva’s family lived modestly at their village hut. Deva ate at these pujas to his heart’s content. He loved puja food offered to him. He never missed a chance to treat his taste buds with them. 

In growing up years Deva’s father taught him to read kundalini. His father was extremely proud of Deva. Deva learned astrology proficiently and started earning too. Deva wanted to lead a luxurious life, unlike his father who lived humbly. He was very ambitious. He secretly wished to marry a rich man’s daughter and stay at father-in-law’s house. 

Deva was very talented and soon his astrology skills became popular. People from nearby villages started coming to consult him. He was slowing gaining popularity. His father started looking for a girl for Deva. Deva held high regards for his father. He never disobeyed him. His father who wasn't aware of his secret wish to marry a rich man’s daughter and stay at father-in-law’s house decided to marry him to his friend’s daughter. 

Deva was very angry with his father’s decision but he could not do much. He got married to Bela. Bela was a traditional girl. She was a perfect daughter-in-law. She worked hard all day doing chores. She took care of her family very lovingly. Deva hated Bela and ill-treated her. Bela couldn’t understand Deva’s behavior but she never complained to anyone. 

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One fine day a royal minister came to Deva’s house. He invited Deva to royal palace as King Yayati desired to meet him. Deva was extremely happy. His father said that Bela is lucky for Deva. He ordered him to take Bela along with him. Deva was angry with his decision but he couldn’t say no. 

Deva and Bela reached King’s palace. Both were in awe of the palace. Deva and Bela were offered to stay at the royal room. They were served with best of the food. King Yayati consulted Deva next morning. Deva didn’t want to leave luxurious life so easily and thought of a plan to stick at the royal palace for a longer time. He said to King Yayati that it will take him a month to make a complete kundalini. King Yayati waited for Deva. Deva enjoyed a royal stay for the whole month. 

Again, he thought of a plan to stick longer and suggested King Yayati to make Kundalini for his whole family. King Yayati agreed with Deva’s suggestion. He was happy with Deva’s dedication. Thus, Deva lived there for six months. 

Then the day came when Deva read the future prediction of King Yayati and family members. King Yayati was happy with Deva and offered him gold coins. Deva was not happy as his job was now over. He had no excuse to stay there. Deva and Bela were leaving when Queen Padmini asked Bela to stay back forever. King Yayati offered Deva position of a royal astrologer. All credit goes to Bela. During their stay at the royal palace, Bela and Queen Padmini became good friends. Deva was happy to hear the news. He apologized to Bela for his behavior. They lived happily ever after.

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Moral of the story: Astrology is a boat that helps a man cross over the sea of life.

Happy reading!
About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly 

appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx.

Folk Stories | The Astrologer Wife

Once upon a time, there lived an astrologer’s son called Deva. He was astrologer’s only son. Deva loved food and always accompanied his father to puja. Puja is a Hindu ritual of praying to Almighty God. These pujas were usually held at homes of rich merchants and villagers. Deva’s father used to perform these pujas and earn Dakshina. Deva’s family lived modestly at their village hut. Deva ate at these pujas to his heart’s content. He loved puja food offered to him. He never missed a chance to treat his taste buds with them. 

Growing up years Deva’s father taught him to read kundalini. His father was extremely proud of Deva. Deva learned astrologer proficiently and started earning too. Deva wanted to lead a luxurious life, unlike his father who lived humbly. He was very ambitious. He secretly wished to marry a rich man’s daughter and stay at father-in-law’s house. 

Deva was very talented and soon his astrologer skills became popular. People from nearby villages started coming to consult him. He was slowing gaining popularity. His father started looking for a girl for Deva. Deva held high regards for his father. He never disobeyed him. His father not aware of a secret wish to marry a rich man’s daughter and stay at father-in-law’s house decided to marry Deva to his friend’s daughter. 

Deva was very angry with his father’s decision but he could not do much. He got married to Bela. Bela was a traditional girl. She was a perfect daughter-in-law. She worked hard all day doing chores. She took care of her family very lovingly. Deva hated Bela and ill-treated her. Bela couldn’t understand Deva’s behavior but she never complained to anyone. 

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One fine day a royal minister came to Deva’s house. He invited Deva to royal palace as King Yayati desired to meet him. Deva was extremely happy. His father said that Bela is lucky for Deva. He asked him to take Bela along with him. Deva was angry with his decision but he couldn’t say no. 

Deva and Bela reached King’s palace. Both were in awe of the palace. Deva and Bela were offered to stay at the royal room. They were served with best of the food. King Yayati consulted Deva next morning. Deva didn’t want to leave luxurious life so easily and thought of a plan to stick at the royal palace for a longer time. He said to King Yayati that it will take him a month to make a complete kundalini. King Yayati waited for Deva. Deva enjoyed a royal stay for the whole month. 

Again, he thought of a plan to stick longer and suggested King Yayati to make Kundalini for his whole family. King Yayati agreed with Deva’s suggestion. He was happy with Deva’s dedication. Thus, Deva lived there for six months. 

Then the day came when Deva read the future prediction of King Yayati and family members. King Yayati was happy with Deva and offered him gold coins. Deva was not happy as his job was now over. He had no excuse to stay there. Deva and Bela were leaving when Queen Padmini asked Bela to stay back forever. King Yayati offered Deva position of a royal astrologer. All credit goes to Bela. During their stay at the royal palace, Bela and Queen Padmini became good friends. Deva was happy to hear the news. He apologized to Bela for his behavior. They lived happily ever after.

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Moral of the story: Astrology is a boat that helps a man cross over the sea of life.

Happy reading!
About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly 

appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx.

Fairy Story | Fairy Godmother and King Surya

Once upon a time, there lived a fairy named Tara. She was very pretty and kind-hearted too. She lived in fairyland with the Fairy godmother and other fairies. Fairy godmother loved Tara. She too loved and respected her fairy godmother.
One fine day fairy godmother lost her magic wand. Tara and other fairies started searching it at every nook and corner of the fairyland. But no one could find it.

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Fairy godmother was very extremely sad about losing her magic wand. She said her magic wand must have fallen down on the earth.  She asked Tara to go to the earth and find it. This was Tara’s first trip outside the fairyland. She was very nervous. After receiving a fairy god mother’s blessing, she embarked on her journey to earth.
She was awestruck to see beautiful earth- green hills, sown filled mountains, beautiful houses. Various delicacies she got to taste on the earth. Earth was completely different from fairyland. She remembered how fairies and fairy godmother warned her from staying away from ordinary people. Tara liked them, she loved kids.  She kept searching for the wand at various places.
She reached Uttarakhand. She was searching for a wand at a very dense forest. She was someone running toward her, a sword in one hand. She was about to get into the defensive mode when she saw the man was bleeding heavily. She created a small room with her magical powers and put him to rest. She got food with her magic. Soon man regained consciousness and introduced himself as King Surya.
King Surya fell for Tara and proposed to marry her. Tara too was smitten by King Surya said yes. They both reached the village temple to marry. Tara completely forgot about her mission, was only thinking about life with King Surya. Fairy godmother arrived at the temple angrily. She scolded Tara for forgetting her mission. Ashamed Tara apologized to the Godmother. King Surya asked Tara what her mission was. She told him about the fairy god mother’s lost wand. King Surya said he would find it for her. King Surya promised fairy godmother and Tara that soon he will come to fairyland with the wand.
Tara and fairy godmother returned to fairyland. On reaching fairyland, Tara saw magic wand in Fairy godmother’s hand. Deceived she asked why she lied about losing magic wand. Fairy godmother said she found it two days back and she lied to King Surya to test him if he is worth Tara.

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King Surya started looking for a wand. Fairy godmother created a fake wand and kept it near the dangerous forests of Himalaya. Fairy godmother went to King Surya and told him that she had seen a magic wand in the dangerous forests of Himalaya through her magical power. Kind Surya immediately left. There is encountered several witches and deadly demons. King Surya bravely got back fairy godmother’s fake magic wand. Fairy godmother accepted that King Surya is perfect for Tara.
Tara and King Surya got married and they lived happily ever after.

Moral: God’s plan is the ultimate plan. Trust the God.
Happy reading!
About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly appreciated novels- First You Plz & The BlueJinx.

King and Queen Story | Queen Padmini and the Magic Mirror

Every year King Yayati’s birthday was celebrated in his kingdom very enthusiastically. His country people prayed for him and the royal court was filled with gifts. On his birthday he would visit the temple and then offer food and other items to the needy ones. When he reached the royal palace after his temple visit Queen Padmini took him to the treasure hall to check the gifts he has received. King Yayati was not interested in seeing them. But on Queen Padmini’s insistence, he went there. Queen Padmini started looking at gifts. The entire treasure hall was filled with precious items like rare cloth pieces, ornaments, jewels, accessories, etc. 

‘These gifts are of more use to you than to me,’ complaining said King Yayati.

‘I know and I am loving it. It’s your birthday, but I have a feeling its mine,’ teasingly said Queen Padmini, inspecting each of the items. She was happy to see gifts that are of more use to her than to King Yayati. Every year this happened to King Yayati.

One thing that caught Queen Padmini’s attention was a huge mirror with a beautiful wood carving border. It was kept at the corner of the room. King Yayati too liked it and thought of keeping it in his room.

‘I want to keep it in my chamber,’ said Queen Padmini.

King Yayati said that on his birthday he received just one gift that he actually liked and that too Queen Padmini wants for herself. 

Both fought for a while and then decided to keep the mirror there itself- in the treasure hall.

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Next morning when Queen Padmini went to the treasure hall to get her favorite bangle. She was shocked to see the treasure hall empty.
She ran to King Yayati’s chamber and together they came to the treasure hall. King Yayati saw the entire treasure hall was empty only the mirror is still there.

Mirror started shining, blinding Queen Padmini and King Yayati for a while. Inside the mirror, they saw a wizard. 

Wizard said that he has all the ornaments, money, gold, diamond and other precious stones. King Yayati asked him what he wants. Wizard asked King Yayati to free him by chanting a mantra in front of the mirror. King Yayati refused and left. Wizard tried to coax King Yayati by telling him that he will stay nice and not trouble people in his kingdom. But King Yayati left the treasure hall.
Entire kingdom started suffering as they had no money.

King Yayati didn’t want to free the wizard as he would create more nuisance once he is out. Queen Padmini couldn’t see the condition of the Kingdom and went to the treasure hall. She chanted the mantra in front of the magic mirror. Wizard was happy to be free. He proposed to Queen Padmini to marry her. Queen Padmini sensed an opportunity in the proposal. 

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She agreed to marry him. Wizard was very happy. She asked the wizard to return the treasure. He returned it. Now the treasure hall was as same as it was before; filled with jewels, gold coins, and artifacts etc. 

Wizard asked Queen Padmini to come with him. She agreed. Before leaving with him, Queen Padmini wanted her favorite bangles and started looking for her it. 

Wizard also started looking for bangles to impress Queen Padmini. Queen Padmini started crying. She accused Wizard of leaving the bangles inside the magic mirror. Wizard went back to get the bangles and Queen Padmini put the huge cloth and covered the magic mirror. Once again Wizard was trapped inside the magic mirror. Thus, Queen Padmini saved her kingdom and King Yayati.

Moral of the Short Story: Wit and presence of mind are your biggest assets.

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About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx.

Children's Bedtime Stories | King Vikram and the Beekeeper

Image source: GoogleOnce upon a time, there lived a King named Vikram. He was a very generous King. His country people were very happy under his leadership. King Vikram regularly conducted an open meeting at his royal court. In these open meeting where his country people were allowed to come and discuss their problems directly with the King. 

King Vikram was recognized for his just decisions. Once a beekeeper named Bhola came to meet him. He presented honey as a gift to King Vikram. 

‘It’s delicious,’ said King Vikram when he tasted it.

Bhola’s happiness knew no limits on hearing words of appreciation from King Vikram.

‘Your majesty, I got this special honey for you from my bee yard,’ replied Bhola.

King Vikram was known for expressing his kindness. He regularly gave a prize in form of gold coins and jewels to his country people whose talents and special skills left him in awe.

Bhola too had intentions of earning gold coins or jewels from King. He eagerly waited to know about the prize King Vikram would honor him with.

‘Bhola I want you to teach young boys the art of collecting honey from beehives,’ said King Vikram.

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‘Sure,’ said Bhola.

To Bhola’s disappointment, King Vikram left without honoring him with any prize. Bhola left the royal court in anger. Back home he told the whole story to his wife. His wife too was waiting for him, was left disappointed like Bhola.

Next day few young men from royal court came to visit Bhola’s bee yard. 

Bhola jilted with King’s Vikram behavior refused to show them the bee yard.

When King Vikram heard about Bhola’s behavior he got very angry. Queen Padmini asked King Vikram to calm down. She requested him to send gifts to Bhola’s house.

King Vikram ordered his minister to send priceless gifts to Bhola. On receiving it Bhola and his wife gladly accepted it. 

Next day again the same group of young men from the royal court came to visit Bhola’s bee yard. 

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Bhola again refused to show them bee yard.

When King Vikram heard about Bhola’s behavior he got confused. He again consulted Queen Padmini. She asked King Vikram to meet Bhola. King Vikram went to Bhola’s house.

Bhola welcomed King Vikram inside the house. He offered King Vikram drink and sweet dishes made from honey. King Vikram relished the cuisines. His anger vanished with the sweet gesture of Bhola.

King Vikram asked Bhola to show him the bee yard. Bhola gave King Vikram a tour of the bee yard. King Vikram was surprised with Bhola’s contradicting behavior and decide to ask Bhola directly.

‘Why didn’t you let royal men see your bee yard?’ asked King Vikram.

Bhola expressed his insecurity in teaching the skill to young men who would risk his possibility of leaving a decent lifestyle.

King Vikram laughed at Bhola’s innocence and assured him that by teaching young people and generously sharing your talent is a good cause. 

Bhola realized his mistake and promised King Vikram that he will never be insecure from now.

King Vikram was happy to hear Bhola’s change of mind. King Vikram bought many bottles of honey from Bhola to gift his friends and other Kings. Soon Bhola’s honey became very popular and he generously started teaching kids without any inhibitions.

Moral of the story: When you teach others, you learn a lot in the process. Always share your knowledge.

Happy Reading!

About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx.

Bedtime Stories for Kids | King Yayati and his Talking Horse

Bedtime Stories for KidsKing Yayati, a brave and just king, of Mathura. He was traveling back to his kingdom from a visit to a neighboring kingdom called Amber kingdom. King Yayati had a great time at his best friend and prince of Amber kingdom, Prince Rajratna’s marriage ceremony. 



Amber kingdom noted a special mention in history owing to its picturesque surroundings. Pioneering organized tourism, this kingdom celebrated and popularized its scenic beauty. Organized tourism helped them in minting money from it. Amber kingdom was one of the prosperous destinations of that time. People from nearby as well as faraway land desired to visit this magical land. 

King Yayati never missed a chance to visit the Amber Kingdom. He enjoyed his stay there by exploring various scenic spots. He was happy for his friend Prince Rajratna too. King Yayati always visited his friends' place alone, which was a concern for his royal ministers. But he preferred traveling alone. He trusted Prince Rajratna blindly. Prince Rajratna too trusted King Yayati and their friendship was growing strength to strength.

Mounting his horse, Sakha, he was only a few hours away from his kingdom. Had he got some other horse it would have taken him lots of time to reach his destination. But with Sakha things were different. Sakha was trained to run like a jet. King Yayati enjoyed his company just like a true friend. What made the horse Sakha truly special was the fact that it was gifted to him by Prince Rajratna. 

Once King Yayati was enjoying a sojourn at the Amber Kingdom. He wanted to see the famous huge mountain located at the north of Amber Kingdom. Prince Rajratna offered him to take Sakha along. King Yayati enjoyed his mountain trip and happily came back to the royal palace. Seeing his friend happy Prince Rajratna gifted him Sakha. Touched by Prince Rajratna’s gesture he promised him a lifetime friendship and support. 

He loved to take Sakha’s care by offering him water and grass in intervals during travel. King Yayati even talked to him like a friend. As if he would understand him and offer him a solution. King Yayati knew nothing like this would ever happen. But he enjoyed talking to him.

‘We have reached the jungle. Let’s rest,’ said King Yayati.
King Yayati looked around and spotted a big tree. Tree’s shade and cool breeze around it was very inviting. He and his horse walked up to the tree. Suddenly tree started glittering and from it fell a mango. King Yayati ate the mango and expressed his gratitude to the tree. King Yayati sat beneath the tree enjoying its shade. Just then Sakha started eating grass around the tree. 

‘Wow, it's delicious,’ said Sakha.

Sakha’s words surprised King Yayati and he understood he was sitting under a magical tree.

‘You thanked me for fruit I offered you, no one ever expressed their gratitude to me. I am impressed with your humility. This is my gift for you,’ said the magical tree.

Happy King Yayati returned to his kingdom with a unique talking horse.

Moral of the short story- Humility has its magical perks for the ones who practice it.


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About the writer: Nisha B Thakur is the author of two highly appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx.

Indian Folktale with Moral Lesson | Satyavati & The Potter

Image source: PixabayOnce upon a time, there was a potter’s son named Saatvik. Potter worked hard day and night but could earn just enough money to live on. Potter’s family consisted of his wife, daughter Satyavati and son Saatvik. Saatvik desired to help his father. 


His father wanted him to assist him in pottery. But Saatvik lacked skills of a good potter, nor he had the inclination to be one. He enjoyed music and wanted to learn to play the flute.

One day Potter decided to teach him to make a small bowl. Saatvik listened and saw him attentively. Satyavati too watched him attentively. She wished her father taught her too. Just then her mother ordered, ‘Satyavati go make some sweets for your brother he is working so hard today.’
This disrupted her, complaining she got up and resumed her work in the kitchen.
Saatvik started practicing it, but he struggled to make a small bowl. Satyavati reached him with sweets. He refused to eat. Satyavati offered Saatvik help and started making a bowl. Once potter reached home he was delighted to see the small colorful bowl. ‘Good job my son. I am proud of you,’ said the potter.
Saatvik revealed that he was not the one who made it instead it was his sister’s hard work.
This made potter very angry and he threw Saatvik out of the house. Saatvik started crying and reached his uncle’s village. He stayed there for a week and then returned home. When he reached home his father was not there. His mother and sister were overjoyed to see him.
Just then his father arrived, he looked very happy. He took his son in his arms. Elated potter then shared the reason for his happiness with his family.
He said, ‘King Yayati liked the flower vase I made for Minister Dhanush and he wants me to make hundred flower vases for each room in his castle.’ As soon as he finished the sentence he started dancing. Entire family rejoiced, the potter’s wife declared a small feast for dinner. Potter’s daughter, Satyavati illuminated the lamp in a temple built inside the house. She thanked God and for the life-changing opportunity. The potter looked at Saatvik with a lot of expectations.
‘I have to present hundred flower vases in seven days,’ said the potter.
‘I will help you,’ said Satyavati. The potter ignored Satyavati’s words instead he turned to his Saatvik.
‘You and I will do it together,’ said the potter to his son.
‘I think you should take Satyavati’s help and besides she is so good at it,’ said Saatvik.
This made the potter fume and he took the plunge to make hundred flower vases without any help.
‘Satyavati will marry and go to her home, then who will take my business ahead,’ fumed the potter.
He worked round the clock. This had an effect on his health and he fell ill on the second day.
Saatvik felt bad for his father but he simply was not cut out for pottery.
Seeing her father depressed and not able to recover because of anxiety, Satyavati took the onus. She started creating flower vases. Saatvik too helped her by sourcing mud and colors. Mother took potter’s care. 
On the seventh day, Minister Dhanush arrived to collect the flower vases. Satyavati and Saatvik helped royal servant load flower vases on the horse cart. Minister Dhanush thanked Saatvik and appreciated him. Saatvik accepted the appreciation and said his sister Satyavati deserved it as she made them, he only helped her. Minister Dhanush congratulated potter for children like Satyavati and Saatvik. Potter realized his mistake and trained Satyavati without any inhibitions.
Moral of the short story: Inhibitions always create limitations.

Happy Reading!

About the writer: Nisha is the author of two highly appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx.

Indian Folktale Story with Moral Lesson| Satyavati & The Potter

Image source: PixabayOnce upon a time, there was a potter’s son named Saatvik. Potter worked hard day and night but could earn just enough money to live on. Potter’s family consisted of his wife, daughter Satyavati and son Saatvik. Saatvik desired to help his father. 


His father wanted him to assist him in pottery. But Saatvik lacked skills of a good potter, nor he had the inclination to be one. He enjoyed music and wanted to learn to play the flute.

One day Potter decided to teach him to make a small bowl. Saatvik listened and saw him attentively. Satyavati too watched him attentively. She wished her father taught her too. Just then her mother ordered, ‘Satyavati go make some sweets for your brother he is working so hard today.’
This disrupted her, complaining she got up and resumed her work in the kitchen.
Saatvik started practicing it, but he struggled to make a small bowl. Satyavati reached him with sweets. He refused to eat. Satyavati offered Saatvik help and started making a bowl. Once potter reached home he was delighted to see the small colorful bowl. ‘Good job my son. I am proud of you,’ said the potter.
Saatvik revealed that he was not the one who made it instead it was his sister’s hard work.
This made potter very angry and he threw Saatvik out of the house. Saatvik started crying and reached his uncle’s village. He stayed there for a week and then returned home. When he reached home his father was not there. His mother and sister were overjoyed to see him.
Just then his father arrived, he looked very happy. He took his son in his arms. Elated potter then shared the reason for his happiness with his family.
He said, ‘King Yayati liked the flower vase I made for Minister Dhanush and he wants me to make hundred flower vases for each room in his castle.’ As soon as he finished the sentence he started dancing. Entire family rejoiced, the potter’s wife declared a small feast for dinner. Potter’s daughter, Satyavati illuminated the lamp in a temple built inside the house. She thanked God and for the life-changing opportunity. The potter looked at Saatvik with a lot of expectations.
‘I have to present hundred flower vases in seven days,’ said the potter.
‘I will help you,’ said Satyavati. The potter ignored Satyavati’s words instead he turned to his Saatvik.
‘You and I will do it together,’ said the potter to his son.
‘I think you should take Satyavati’s help and besides she is so good at it,’ said Saatvik.
This made the potter fume and he took the plunge to make hundred flower vases without any help.
‘Satyavati will marry and go to her home, then who will take my business ahead,’ fumed the potter.
He worked round the clock. This had an effect on his health and he fell ill on the second day.
Saatvik felt bad for his father but he simply was not cut out for pottery.
Seeing her father depressed and not able to recover because of anxiety, Satyavati took the onus. She started creating flower vases. Saatvik too helped her by sourcing mud and colors. Mother took potter’s care. 
On the seventh day, Minister Dhanush arrived to collect the flower vases. Satyavati and Saatvik helped royal servant load flower vases on the horse cart. Minister Dhanush thanked Saatvik and appreciated him. Saatvik accepted the appreciation and said his sister Satyavati deserved it as she made them, he only helped her. Minister Dhanush congratulated potter for children like Satyavati and Saatvik. Potter realized his mistake and trained Satyavati without any inhibitions.
Moral of the short story: Inhibitions always create limitations.

Happy Reading!

About the writer: Nisha is the author of two highly appreciated novels- First You Plz & The Blue Jinx.