This page features a video of the poem “The Elephant”, prescribed under the Karnataka State Syllabus for 5th Standard English Second Language. Along with its summary in three languages and transliterated songs. It serves as a valuable learning resource for students and parents, with each song accompanied by its respective lyrics for easy sing-along. The synchronized lyrics help learners follow and recite the song as it progresses, making memorization and learning by heart easier, more effective, and enjoyable.
Lyrics
English
The elephant’s big!
The elephant’s grey!
The elephant walks
For miles each day.
His trunk is long
And O what fun!
When it comes out
For a cake or bun.
The elephant’s big
His ears are wide,
His back is broad
For all to ride.
The elephant’s big!
He’s kind too.
He carries the children
Round the zoo.
The elephant’s grey!
The elephant walks
For miles each day.
His trunk is long
And O what fun!
When it comes out
For a cake or bun.
The elephant’s big
His ears are wide,
His back is broad
For all to ride.
The elephant’s big!
He’s kind too.
He carries the children
Round the zoo.
Summary
This poem describes a large grey elephant in a cheerful and affectionate
way. It highlights the elephant’s long trunk, wide ears, and broad back.
The elephant is shown walking for miles and using its trunk to reach
treats such as cake or buns. Although the elephant is very large, it is
presented as gentle and kind toward children. The poem celebrates the
elephant as a friendly animal that gives children a joyful ride around
the zoo.
way. It highlights the elephant’s long trunk, wide ears, and broad back.
The elephant is shown walking for miles and using its trunk to reach
treats such as cake or buns. Although the elephant is very large, it is
presented as gentle and kind toward children. The poem celebrates the
elephant as a friendly animal that gives children a joyful ride around
the zoo.
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