Ela the Swallow and Minik the Ant

On a bright, sunny morning, little Swallow Ela soared happily through the sky. Her wings danced with the wind, and her heart fluttered with joy.

Down below, among the lush green grass, busy Ant Minik and his friends scurried about. They needed to gather food before winter arrived.

But a giant leaf blocked their path! Minik and his friends tried very hard to move the leaf, but it was too heavy for them.

Ela heard the little sounds from below and glided closer, full of curiosity. When she saw the tiny ants struggling, she wanted to help them.

'Hello, little friends!' chirped Ela. 'How can I help you?' Minik looked up in surprise. A swallow was talking to them!

'We can't lift this leaf,' whispered Minik. 'Our path is blocked, and we can't carry our food to our home.'

Ela smiled. 'Don't worry! I can help you!' She gently grasped one end of the giant leaf with her beak.

And whoosh! With her strong wings, Ela lifted the leaf into the air. Minik and his friends cheered with joy. The path was clear now!

The ants quickly continued carrying their food. Minik patiently took each tiny crumb to his home. Ela smiled as she watched them.

Days turned into weeks, and Ela and Minik became very good friends. Ela sometimes helped the ants find seeds that had fallen from high places.

The ants also showed Ela the tastiest little bugs near their homes. Working and sharing together was so much fun!

Ela and Minik learned how wonderful friendship grows from helping and patience. And they all lived happily ever after. Helping and patience grow friendship!