The Mastery of Work

In a small, beautiful village, there lived a boy named Younes. He loved playing with his friends in the fields and woods. However, he didn’t like working or helping his parents on the farm. One day, Younes’ father asked him to help plant seeds in the field. Younes wanted to finish quickly so he could go back to playing.

Younes planted the seeds hastily without much care. He scattered the seeds on the ground randomly. He didn’t dig proper holes for them. Days passed, and the plants started to grow weak. Many seeds didn’t sprout at all.

- Why are the plants so weak, Father? Younes asked. - You didn’t plant the seeds correctly, so they didn’t grow as they should, his father replied. Younes felt puzzled and sad. He just wanted to finish quickly and go back to playing. Now, he faced a big problem.

Younes decided to replant the seeds but faced his first obstacle. The ground had become hard and dry. It was difficult to dig proper holes. He struggled with the hard soil. - This is so tough! Younes exclaimed.

He managed to dig some holes and planted the seeds again. But another obstacle arose. Birds started eating the newly planted seeds. - Oh no! How can I stop the birds? Younes wondered.

Younes tried scaring the birds away, but they kept coming back. He felt defeated but didn’t give up. - I need to find a way to protect the seeds, he said. He crafted a scarecrow from old clothes and sticks. However, the scarecrow didn’t seem to work as well as he hoped.

Younes faced another obstacle when a heavy rainstorm washed away some of the seeds. The field was muddy and messy. - Why is everything going wrong? Younes cried. He felt overwhelmed by all the challenges.

He tried replanting the seeds once more. But this time, insects started attacking the young plants. - What can I do now? Younes asked his father. - You need to take proper care of the plants, his father advised.

Younes felt like giving up. He couldn’t solve the problem and felt hopeless. - Maybe I should just quit, Younes thought. But deep inside, he wanted to succeed. He knew he had to find a way.

One evening, Younes’ grandmother visited the farm. She noticed his struggle and offered some wisdom. - Younes, you need to be patient and work with care. Success comes with dedication, she said. Her words gave Younes a new perspective.

Younes followed his grandmother’s advice. He replanted the seeds with focus and care. He dug proper holes, placed the seeds gently, and watered them regularly. He also protected the plants from birds and insects.

Weeks passed, and the plants started to grow strong and healthy. The field was filled with green and beauty. - Look, Father! The plants are growing well! Younes exclaimed with joy. He felt a great sense of happiness and pride.

Younes realized the importance of honesty and hard work. - When you do a job, you must do it well, his father reminded him. Younes nodded, understanding the lesson. He knew that dedication and attention to detail were keys to success.

From that day on, Younes always did his best in any task. Whether on the farm or at school, he worked with care and dedication. He taught his friends the same values. They all learned that honesty and hard work lead to happiness and success.