The Boy and the Saiga

Leo enjoys exploring the wide grassland near his home. One Saturday, he encounters an unusual animal with a sandy tan coat, short curved horns, and a long, droopy nose. Instead of running away, Leo stays still, watches, and sketches the creature in his notebook.

At school, his teacher Mrs. Amara identifies the animal as a saiga and explains how its special nose helps it survive in harsh conditions. Fascinated, Leo returns to the grassland to observe more wildlife and learns about biodiversity. When he discovers that the grassland is shrinking, he wonders how he can help. This gentle story by Ebru Mina TOMURCUK follows Leo’s curiosity and his first steps in speaking up for nature. The tale can be read on Onlinemasal Com.Tr.