The Little Peacock

In a bright meadow filled with tall grass and wildflowers, a small, round peacock with soft turquoise-blue feathers and a gleaming fan tail spends every morning showing off his plumage. He marches to the center of the meadow and declares that his feathers are the shiniest in the world, while the other birds smile politely, having heard it all before. Then a guinea fowl with dark grey, white-spotted feathers arrives, and the meadow begins to change.

Warm and friendly, the guinea fowl senses there is more to the little peacock than his tail. The two become close friends, chasing butterflies and sharing seeds. When a gust of wind throws the peacock into a thorny bush and ruins his feathers, he hides in shame. His friend gently reminds him of overlooked talents, and this calm tale by Aysel Banu YAVUZAL explores self-esteem and true friendship for young readers. It can be read on Masal İzle.