1. The Diligent, Hardworking Hen
At my home, we have many chickens, and one of them is a diligent hen who frequently lays eggs and successfully hatches many adorable chicks. Thanks to this hardworking hen, our yard has become much livelier.
This hen has a thick brown coat, not flashy but very harmonious and simple. Her wing feathers are not as soft as those on her body and neck; instead, they are sturdy, especially when she spreads her wings wide and flaps them, sending small dust particles flying across the yard. Unlike the roosters, this hen isn't large but rather hefty from repeatedly laying eggs and hatching chicks. Her legs are slender and move lightly. She also has a small red comb, much smaller than the rooster's, which my father says helps distinguish hens from roosters. The hen is very diligent, always looking for food. Every day, she goes to the garden to pick up scattered grains and earthworms. Because of her hard work, the garden is much cleaner.
Every day, the hen lays a small egg in the cozy, safe straw nest my mother prepared for her. When there are enough eggs, around 15 to 20, the hen begins to incubate them day and night, keeping them warm until they hatch into cute chicks. Occasionally, she leaves the nest to eat and drink before returning to her incubation duties.
Once the eggs hatch into adorable, chirping chicks, the hen proudly becomes a mother. Whether she's out foraging or heading back to the coop, she always leads her little ones. She teaches them how to find food while foraging and wraps them in her wings to protect them when they return. When the chicks are bullied by larger roosters, the hen is ready to spread her wings and puff up her feathers to defend her little ones.
Watching the hen protect and care for her chicks moves me deeply. It reminds me of my mother, who always looks after my siblings and me, from our meals to our sleep. I love our hen not just for her hard work, but for her kindness and the way she takes such great care of her little ones.


2. The Chicks Scurry After Their Mother in Search of Food
A few weeks ago, the hen at my house successfully hatched a charming and adorable brood of chicks. Just a while ago, they were still eggs nestled in their mother's warmth, and now they are little chicks, running around in search of food. Watching them forage is incredibly delightful.
The group consists of eight chicks. How beautiful they are! Each one wears a short, shiny golden coat, resembling little balls of yarn rolling across the yard, which is so amusing. They huddle close to their mother's feet, chirping constantly. Occasionally, one of them strays a bit far and then rushes back, chirping, "Chirp, chirp, wait for me, mom!"
The chicks march across the yard and onto a nearby empty plot of land to look for food. Once they reach their destination, they stop to observe their mother and begin their hunt. As they are still inexperienced at foraging, they appear a bit awkward. Some of the older chicks quickly find the first worms, happily devouring them. The younger ones, still learning, seem somewhat clumsy and sometimes even start pecking at each other out of boredom.
Sometimes, the mother hen feeds the chicks who are struggling to find food by offering them some worms. They eagerly gobble them down, looking so cute as they do. The sun is now high in the sky, and the bright sunlight spreads across the ground. It's time to head back, so the chicks follow their mother back to the coop. Though they still move a little clumsily, they are noticeably quicker than in the morning. Thus, their foraging journey comes to an end for the day.
In the future, they will grow into adult chickens, leading their own chicks to forage just like their mother does. In the afternoon, I give them a little extra food. They look so happy and seem to have grown much bigger. I promise to take good care of them so they can one day give birth to beautiful chicks just like these.


3. The Little Pig at My Uncle's Farm
My uncle has a pig. Every time I visit the countryside, I follow him to feed the pig. The pig is incredibly funny and lovable.
He decided to keep the pig long-term, so he chose a pig breed known for its sturdiness. Now, at six months old, the pig weighs 60 kg. When my uncle first brought him home, he was tiny, but now he has grown quite large. My uncle regularly weighs him to monitor his growth and ensure proper care. The pig has a striking black-and-white coat with short, stiff bristles that feel a bit prickly to the touch. His head is round, resembling a small watermelon, and he constantly nods, which makes him even more endearing. His ears are like two large papaya leaves, and they wiggle every time he moves. I've also noticed his ears can even sway in a funny way.
The pig's small, dark eyes resemble two black marbles. His tiny, pink nostrils snort constantly, and he occasionally sneezes in a cute manner. His snout is long, with sharp tusks. When my uncle first got him, he had to remove the tusks, which caused quite a racket as the pig squealed loudly. His body is round and full, with a large belly that nearly touches the ground. His bottom is round and firm. His four sturdy legs are strong, with thick, hard hooves. His tail is not very long but constantly wags to shoo away flies, with a tuft of black fur at the end.
This pig is quite the eater, and my uncle is happy about it, as his appetite helps him grow quickly. Every time he hears footsteps approaching, he jumps up, stretches his neck, and grunts loudly, rubbing his snout against the door of the pigsty to show he's hungry. When food is poured into his trough, he immediately buries his snout in it, eating happily while grunting with delight. Normally, he eats twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening, though sometimes my uncle gives him extra water spinach.
The pig loves water spinach. Whenever I visit the countryside, I go pick some and toss it to him. He munches it down happily, and it makes me feel joyful too. After eating, he waddles over to a corner and lies down to nap. Occasionally, when a fly or mosquito comes near, he uses his tail to swish it away. When he's bored, he nudges his head against the corner of the wall. Watching this funny pig in his pen is truly a delight.
I adore this pig because of his amusing behavior. Every time I visit the countryside, I make sure to check on him. Watching him grow brings me immense joy. One day, this pig will contribute to improving my uncle's family's finances, which makes me love him even more.


4. The playful baby monkey
It was Sunday, and my mom took us to the zoo to see the animals from the forests, which I had only seen on TV. We visited many enclosures, but for me, the monkeys—skilled acrobats—were the most adorable.
This little monkey stood out from the rest. Its fur was a golden brown, not smooth but rather frizzy, making it look so cute! Its face resembled a triangle, with hollow cheeks and high cheekbones like an elderly person. The eyes were round and sharp, scanning everything around it with a mischievous look. Its nose was quite high, tilted upwards, revealing both nostrils in a playful way. The wide mouth stretched from ear to ear, especially when it smiled broadly.
It smiled a lot, but with its protruding teeth, it always looked a bit mischievous. Its teeth were smaller than human ones but as white as milk. The little monkey's body was rather thin, and when it sat on a tree branch, it appeared scrunched up. However, it was incredibly quick. With long, limber arms, fingers similar to human hands, and covered in fur, it could swing between branches with amazing agility.
In the monkey enclosure, there was a large tree for the monkeys to play on, much like the forest. Seeing people watch, it seemed to enjoy the attention, performing tricks for the crowd. While standing on top of the enclosure, it suddenly jumped, grabbing a branch with one hand while scratching itself with the other. At that moment, I noticed a red patch under its tail. No wonder the sign on the enclosure said “Red-bottomed monkey.”
The crowd clapped in encouragement, and the monkey, thrilled, released both hands, wrapped its tail around the branch, swung down, and made a sound like “khek, khek…” Suddenly, it lost grip, falling briefly, but with quick reflexes, it leaped to another branch, performing the trick flawlessly. After the performance, it jumped down and reached its hand out of the bars for food. I threw it some snacks, and the other monkeys rushed to snatch them. But this one was quick, always grabbing the most and stuffing them into its mouth greedily, chewing noisily.
Despite the playful antics, the mother monkey was still diligently grooming its baby—likely its younger sibling. The monkey family seemed to have a strong bond. The monkeys at the zoo, especially the playful little one, were so lovable! Saying goodbye to these cute creatures, I hoped they would be better cared for, so the next time I visit, I can meet these clever, playful, and healthier monkeys again.


5. The tiger at the zoo
Once a month, my parents take me to the zoo on Sundays. There are so many fascinating animals there, and I never get bored. But my favorite is still the tiger.
The tiger's enclosure is located at the farthest corner of the zoo and is the largest of all the enclosures. Inside, there is an ancient tree that grows naturally, and they've even built a fake mountain with a flowing stream. There is only one tiger in the enclosure. It's a massive tiger, about one meter tall and over one and a half meters long. Its body is covered in short, dark yellow fur with black stripes. Its long tail has the same fur pattern. The tiger's head is round and larger than a coconut, connected to its body by a short, muscular neck.
Its short ears point upward. Its large round eyes, the size of lemons, are a pale yellow and always gleam, making it look quite fierce. Its nostrils are dark pink and constantly flaring as it sniffs around. Its wide mouth, surrounded by yellow whiskers, occasionally bares its sharp teeth. What I love most is watching the tiger walk. Its four strong legs carry it with slow, graceful steps. Its body moves fluidly, like a wave, in perfect harmony with its stride.
When the tiger reaches the side of the artificial mountain, it stops and gazes around. Its majestic figure stretches up the slope, with its tail raised high, exuding strength and elegance. But after a short while, it curls up under the old tree, dozing off. My dad says it probably misses its natural forest home. I once saw a keeper throw a large piece of beef into the enclosure. The tiger lay down, resting its front paws on the meat, tearing into it with ease using its sharp teeth.
After finishing its meal, the tiger lazily gets up, walks over to the stream for a drink, and then returns to curl up by the tree again. I enjoy watching the tiger so much. To me, the tiger represents the wilderness, the raw beauty and strength of nature, both majestic and proud.


6. The Elephant at the Zoo
During summer vacation, my mother treated me to a trip to the zoo. I eagerly observed the animals from the wild, but perhaps the one that fascinated me the most was the elephant. As I gazed, I hummed the song: "The Baby Elephant at Ban Don" and made some amusing comparisons.
Wow, how huge it is! My mother said it weighs several tons. Looking at it, I imagined an entire large building. Its four massive legs resembled giant pillars. Its ears, like huge fans, fluttered constantly. Most impressive was its long trunk, narrowing as it reached the tip, with several evenly spaced rings. The trunk’s tip tucked beneath its massive tusks, making it almost impossible to spot at first glance. Its sharp, curved tusks, like shrimp, jutted out from its mouth, resembling a fierce beast. The elephant also had a long, flexible tail, much like a whip. With its robust, round body and wrinkled skin, it looked just like the muddy brown soil of rice fields after a flood.
The way it eats is quite peculiar. First, it picks up food with its trunk, curls it around, and tosses it into its mouth. This helpful trunk also allows the elephant to do many things, such as: “Shaking hands, greeting elders…”
When it was time to leave, I felt a sense of regret. Every fun moment must end, and I bade farewell to the elephant, feeling a bit melancholic. My mother promised that if I kept up my good studies, she would take me to the zoo every summer to see that lovely elephant and the other animals.


7. The Lovely White Horse
Last week, my father reunited with an old friend and fellow comrade from the past. After chatting for a while, my father turned to me and asked:
- This is my friend, who now owns a famous horse farm. Today, he’s invited us to visit his farm. Would you like to join us? Of course, I agreed immediately. I had always dreamed of seeing and riding real horses instead of the wooden ones at the park.
The farm was filled with strong, handsome horses. But the one I liked the most was the White Horse, with its smooth, snow-white coat.
Wow, its coat was so beautiful! Pure white, like the fluffy clouds floating on a breezy autumn day. Its ears perked up, cute and sharp, atop a mane that stood tall and silky. Its eyes, large and almond-shaped, bulged out, resembling the intense gaze of a crocodile. Its long nose twitched constantly, always moist, like a person with a cold. The chest arched out with strength.
Its strong legs were tall and graceful. The four sturdy legs made a delightful clip-clop sound as it trotted around. Its long, flowing tail swayed gently like a willow. This horse was incredibly strong! It ran as fast as the wind. Even when riding it up steep slopes, it felt just like riding on a flat plain. Now I truly understand why people in the mountains prefer horses over motorcycles or scooters for transportation.
It was so strong that I felt like it could be the legendary Red Hare that traveled thousands of miles, once gifted to Lu Bu by Dong Zhuo. I loved it so much! I knew that this horse, like all others, was also excellent at hauling heavy loads. Despite carrying hundreds or even thousands of kilograms on its back, it walked effortlessly as if gliding over the ground. There were days when the White Horse even took my father and me up to the forest, where we would listen to the birds singing, the breeze whispering ancient tales, and the stream flowing merrily, like a joyful song, along with the rustling leaves in the morning sun...
All of these experiences, filled with love, made me feel enchanted, as if under the spell of something magical. For me, the White Horse is just like that: close, familiar, and incredibly wise!


8. The Adorable Kitten
On my 8th birthday, my grandmother gifted me a lovely and sweet kitten. The moment I saw it, I was filled with joy and excitement! I affectionately named it Mi.
"Meow, meow, meow", every time I sit down to study, Mi comes over and snuggles against my legs. Mi has become my companion, growing closer to me with each passing day. When my grandmother gave it to me, Mi was as small as a bottle of mineral water, but now it's as big as a large Coke bottle. Its body is covered in golden fur with a few white spots, making it even more beautiful. Its head is slightly larger than a tennis ball. Its eyes are round, like marbles, and shine brightly like headlights. Its nose is pale pink, always moist like a person with a cold. Its ears are so sharp! It can detect the faintest sounds and determine if it needs to act. These ears and its nose are like Mi's radar, helping it track down sneaky mice that steal food. Mi wears a white scarf around its neck. Its legs are not tall, but it runs incredibly fast. The pads of its feet are soft, pinkish, and smooth. My grandmother says these pads help Mi move silently, allowing it to sneak up on unsuspecting mice. Mi’s claws are sharp and pointy, leaving scratches when I play too roughly with it. These claws are its most powerful weapon, making every mouse shudder at their sight. Whenever Mi wants to play with me, it nudges my hand with its head and gently scratches me with its claws. Oh, and Mi's tail is so flexible! It’s shaped like a question mark, and you can never hide it. Mi sleeps a lot, but the mice don't dare to disturb us, as they know Mi is always alert. At night, Mi goes on patrol. It knows every mouse trail, and no mouse escapes once Mi has detected it.
One day, I saw Mi catch a mouse in broad daylight. Perhaps the mouse was too hungry to wait for the night. Mi was cleverly hiding behind a broom near the rice storage. A sneaky little mouse, looking around, tried to climb up the storage to steal some rice. Mi lay still, pretending to sleep. Suddenly, Mi pounced, and all I heard was a desperate squeak as Mi caught the mouse in its claws. Proud of its catch, Mi carried the mouse outside. It let it go and teased it for a while before the mouse tried to escape, but it couldn’t. Eventually, Mi calmly devoured it. After each successful catch, I always pet Mi and give it a reward. Mi loves to eat, but it’s always so slow and delicate when it does. It never rushes its meals, unlike my mischievous dog Vang, who eats voraciously. Vang and Mi are best friends, playing together every day without any arguments. In the morning, when the golden sunlight fills the yard, Mi stretches out, looking so adorable. Sometimes it paws at its face, as if washing itself. At night, after the family has eaten, Mi always curls up in my lap, looking for affection.
I love Mi very much. Mi is not just a gift from my grandmother, but also our house’s “mouse hunter”. Since Mi arrived, we haven’t had to worry about mice anymore. I’ll take good care of Mi, play with it, and follow my grandmother’s advice to always cherish this little companion.


9. The Clever Dog
At home, we have many pets, but the smartest and most attached one is our dog, Lu Lu.
Lu Lu was bought when he was just a tiny puppy, now he's 2 years old, the same age as my little sister. When he first came to our house, he was very timid, probably because he had just been separated from his mother. He only ate what was given and stayed in the corner of the kitchen, never running around or going anywhere. After getting used to the family, Lu Lu became more confident. Dad built him a small house on the porch and laid down some warm cloths. Lu Lu seemed to really enjoy his little den, constantly crawling in and out like a child playing a game.
Lu Lu has shiny golden fur, though I'm not sure what breed he is. Now, at 2 years old, Lu Lu looks much bigger, no longer the tiny puppy he once was. He weighs about 15 kg. He is very gentle with the family but turns fierce with strangers. His white, sharp teeth, and his pink tongue are always out, panting. His ears are sharp, perked up whenever there's any unusual sound. His tail wags excitedly every time I pet him or play with him.
Lu Lu is very intelligent, he learns quickly. He knows where to go when he needs to relieve himself, never steps inside the house, and always waits for someone to feed him before he eats—never eating secretly. He even knows how to walk on two legs like a circus dog. Our home is always free of rats because Lu Lu is great at catching them; no matter how naughty they are, they never dare come close. His favorite game is playing chase. Every time I run, Lu Lu eagerly chases me with a joyful expression.
At night, when the whole family is sound asleep, Lu Lu silently stays awake, guarding everyone's sleep. We all love him dearly, and Lu Lu has become an inseparable member of the family.


10. The Majestic Rooster at Our House
The eastern sky began to blush with the first light of dawn. Suddenly, a loud, vibrant crow pierced the morning air, banishing the mist of night. It was the crow of the rooster I hold dear.
Our farmyard hosts many chickens, dozens in fact, but there is one rooster who stands apart. He belongs to a rare breed, robust and imposing, almost like a wrestling champion. His feathers are deep crimson, with his wings and tail touched with brilliant blue. His head, about the size of my fist, sports a bright red comb, almost like a tiny crown. His eyes are round and shiny, like two little beads. His beak is sharp and yellow, while his legs are golden, with spurs that are both sharp and dangerous.
His wings are as broad as the fans of General Gia Cát Lượng from the Three Kingdoms period. His tail, colorful and curling like a sickle, boasts shades of black and blue. His feathers, a mixture of red, green, and black, curl into intricate patterns, enhancing his distinguished and graceful appearance. Among the flock, he is perhaps the most generous and tolerant. Every time I scatter food on the ground, he approaches, but never fights for it. Even when there is a tasty morsel, he generously shares it with the hens.
I have great affection for this rooster. Not only does he help our farm thrive, but he also acts as a natural alarm clock, waking everyone on time for work, while us children get up to go to school.


