1. The Lush Banyan Tree
It's hard to say exactly when, but in the corner of our schoolyard stands a magnificent banyan tree. The tree feels like an old friend, and every day we gather and play beneath its sprawling branches.
The tree's immense canopy spreads across the corner of the yard, casting a generous shade. Its trunk is so wide that three people can barely encircle it. The branches intertwine tightly, spreading outward and reaching upwards with great strength. The tree is adorned with fresh, vibrant green leaves, mixed with occasional yellow ones, enhancing the beauty of our school.
In spring, the banyan tree blossoms with countless small, ivory-white flowers, so delicate they resemble fish scales. As the flowers fall, tiny green fruits, resembling beads, appear on their stems. In no time, these fruits turn yellow, signaling their ripeness. At this time, flocks of birds gather around the tree, filling the air with joyful chirping, creating a chorus that echoes across the schoolyard.
Under the tree, there are always friends relaxing or playing on the swings or seesaw. Our childhood has been filled with wonder thanks to the banyan tree. The large, thick leaves can be rolled into small tubes and torn at the edges to make horns. By tying a piece of dried banana stem around the stem and pulling gently, we've created our own 'banyan tree bull,' with curled horns and a head bobbing as if ready for a challenge. We've even created a whole herd of bulls, from mothers to calves, sitting together—it's delightful! Dry, curled-up leaves can also be used to make a horn that emits a sharp 'toot' when blown. The sound is followed by a burst of laughter that fills the yard.
I love the banyan tree for the shade it provides, and I will continue to care for it with my friends so it can grow even stronger.


2. The Ancient Tamarind Tree
Our school has many trees providing shade, but my favorite is the large tamarind tree in the schoolyard.
The tamarind tree's origin is unclear, but it is quite tall. Its top reaches the height of a two-story building, its leaves thick and ever green. When sitting in the schoolyard and looking up, it's almost impossible to see the sky because the tree's dense foliage. The tree's base is so wide that even three of us can't wrap our arms around it. The bark is brown and mottled, cracking into small pieces. Some mischievous friends have tried peeling the bark, which must be painful for the tree. On hot sunny days, the tamarind tree casts a broad shadow over the schoolyard. The shadow changes size, sometimes round like a large umbrella when the sun is directly overhead, or long and thin like a silk ribbon when the sun rises or sets. A notable feature of this ancient tamarind tree is its massive roots, which seem to rise from the ground like a snake wrapping itself tightly around the trunk. Despite attempts to remove them, the roots remain firmly in place. When autumn comes, the tamarind leaves turn yellow and fall, covering the ground with a blanket of golden leaves. On windy days, the leaves fall faster, creating a carpet of yellow. During winter, the tamarind appears dormant, but in spring, it begins to sprout new buds, and by summer, it bears small, delicate white flowers that eventually turn into tamarind fruits. People use these fruits in cooking, making sour soups or turning them into refreshing drinks to enjoy in the hot summer heat.
During break time, we love sitting under the tamarind tree to enjoy its shade. This tree is the oldest in our schoolyard. I have a deep affection for this tamarind tree, and together with my friends, we promise to protect it, ensuring no one damages its branches or plucks its leaves.


3. The Ancient Banyan Tree
My schoolyard is vast and filled with a variety of trees that offer cool shade, such as the Lagerstroemia, Phoenix, and Sấu. However, the tree I admire the most is the majestic banyan, planted by the left corner of the yard.
From a distance, the banyan stands tall with its wide-spreading canopy, shading a large part of the schoolyard. It reaches about 5 to 6 meters high and is as wide as my arms can wrap around. Its trunk is covered in thick, rugged bark with scars and imperfections. The base of the tree is massive, surrounded by thick, serpent-like roots that creep out, snaking across the ground.
On the trunk, large and small branches spread out in all directions. During spring, every branch is covered in lush, dark green leaves. Among these green canopies, tiny clusters of five-petaled yellow flowers bloom beautifully. Over time, these flowers give way to the hanging fruits of the banyan tree.
The banyan fruit is flat and pointed at the tip, initially a deep green. During sunny days, the tree's shade provides us with a cool place to play while birds sing and rest in its thick branches. At recess, we often sit on the tree's large roots, revising our lessons. As early summer approaches, the banyan fruit ripens into a golden honey hue. In autumn, its leaves turn red and gradually fall off with the wind. On cold winter days, the bare branches stand silently, a poignant sight. However, as winter passes, new young leaves start to emerge, signaling the arrival of a fresh season.
The ancient banyan tree is more than just a source of shade; it holds countless memories for us, adding to the beauty of our schoolyard.


4. The Century-Old Mahogany Tree
In our schoolyard, there are many trees offering shade, but the mahogany tree is by far the largest. Its immense size is the reason it provides so much shade. Everyone loves this tree, and each day as we head to school, we gather beneath it to play and cool off.
For years, we've wondered just how old this magnificent tree is. Our teacher told us that it's likely close to a century old. From a distance, the mahogany resembles a giant wearing a deep green hat. As I approach, the massive trunk and rough bark stand out, while its dense canopy of leaves provides ample shade. At the base of the tree, several thick roots rise above the ground, inviting us to sit and escape the heat. Looking up, I can see branches branching off in all directions, countless in number.
When summer arrives, the mahogany blooms. The tiny, almost imperceptible flowers are like little sparkles, their delicate green buds resemble newly sprouted shoots, round and yellowish like large grains of rice. As the flowers fade, the tree produces fruit: rough, gray-brown pods the size of a handful, round like ping-pong balls, swaying in the breeze. The ripe fruit often splits into three or four pieces upon falling. In spring, when all around is coming to life, the mahogany sheds its leaves. Within a couple of weeks, it has a new set of leaves. When the last golden leaf falls, countless new buds sprout on its bare branches.
The mahogany is one of my favorite trees because it holds so many childhood memories. Even when I grow older and leave, I will always remember the mahogany tree in our schoolyard, which has preserved the memories of our youth.


5. The Ancient Fig Tree in Front of Our Classroom
Our schoolyard is home to many towering trees like the Mahogany, Banyan, and the ancient Fig tree, but my favorite is the old Fig, as it stands right outside my classroom door.
I don't know exactly how long the Fig tree has been here, but I'm certain it's been around for a very long time. Now, it stands as a giant, offering us shade and shelter from both the sun and rain while we play. The base of the Fig tree is surrounded by large roots that curve and twist above the ground, creating natural benches where we can sit and relax after tiring lessons.
The trunk of the Fig is so wide that it would take three of us to wrap our arms around it, its bark dark brown and rugged. After about a meter and a half of height, the trunk branches out into five large limbs, each stretching out further, splitting into smaller branches, creating a massive canopy above us.
What’s particularly special about the Fig tree is the long, flowing tendrils that hang down from its branches like beautiful chestnut-colored hair. Its deep green leaves are abundant and overlap, blocking out all the sunlight, allowing us to play in the shade. We love to gather around the tree’s base, with some friends carving their names into the bark as a memory. Mischievous boys often climb the tree, plucking the long, hanging roots to play with, while others sit beneath, playing games like tic-tac-toe, rock-paper-scissors, or blind man's bluff.
For us, this is perhaps the most cherished memory of our school days. Even when we grow older and have to leave, we’ll never forget this tree that holds so many beautiful moments of our youth.


6. The Rows of Ancient Lagerstroemia Trees at Our School
At the entrance of our school, there are two rows of beautiful, old Lagerstroemia trees that make our school even more vibrant and green. Visitors often compliment the trees, as it's rare to find a school with such magnificent blooming trees. I love gazing at these trees every time I arrive at school.
When I started in first grade, these Lagerstroemia trees were already there. The school’s guard, who has been with us for over twenty years, says that no one knows exactly when the trees were planted. The Lagerstroemia trees are tall, with thick, lush canopies. During the summer, their leaves turn dark green, casting shade on both sides of the school gate. When spring arrives, the leaves turn a bright emerald. Lagerstroemia is a species of hardwood tree, with a trunk so large that it would take two of us to wrap our arms around it. Its bark is brown and rough, cracked like the earth during a dry season. About a meter off the ground, the trunk branches into several large limbs, which split into smaller branches reaching higher, bearing dark green leaves that stretch toward the sun. The leaves are large, about the size of an adult’s hand, while the smaller ones resemble those of the trees my grandmother planted in the garden. The underside of the leaves has prominent green veins. The Lagerstroemia tree is rich with leaves, providing ample shade for us to enjoy during recess.
When summer arrives, the Lagerstroemia trees bloom. Their flowers are a delicate lavender, forming clusters. From a distance, each tree looks like a giant purple umbrella, shielding us from the harsh summer sun. The petals are thin and silky, while the flowers' center contains yellow stamens with a faint fragrance that attracts bees and butterflies. Birds also join in with their cheerful songs, creating a lively, joyful atmosphere.
As the Lagerstroemia flowers fall, the tree begins to bear fruit. The fruit is slightly round and green when young, and as it matures, it splits into sections. Inside each section are tiny seeds. The summer breeze carries these seeds far and wide, scattering them across the land.
Every day, I love watching the two rows of Lagerstroemia trees. They’re not only beautiful but also provide refreshing shade for us to play under. Beneath each tree lies a memory of our childhood at this beloved elementary school, making me love my school even more.


7. Cây gạo cổ thụ đầu làng
Đầu làng tôi có một cây gạo cổ thụ rất đẹp. Cây đứng sừng sững và hiên ngang trước giông bão cuộc đời, chứng kiến bao sự đổi thay của làng qua các thế hệ nối tiếp nhau.
Từ cửa sổ, tôi hay trông ra phía cây gạo đầu làng. Trong ánh mắt trẻ thơ của tôi mỗi mùa cây gạo lại hiện ra những hình ảnh khác nhau. Mùa hè cây gạo đứng xòe ô che mát cho ai vào lúc trưa sang chuyến đò quê. Mùa thu, cây gạo nâng vầng trăng tròn vành mọng lên cành, suốt đêm ngồi xe trăng như người kéo kén tằm vàng, dải xuống làng những dải tơ lụa mịn màng.
Mùa đông, cây gạo trơ trọi cành lá. Bầu trời ẩm thấp lè tè mây xám. Cây gạo giống chàng lực sĩ khổng lồ, thân cao vống căng lên. Rễ tì đất, vươn cành như các cánh tay cuồn cuộn cơ bắp đỡ bầu trời lên không cho mây xám đè
xuống làng.
Mùa xuân, nàng tiên xuân đem mưa rây bụi làm rung chuyển cả đất trời. Một buổi sáng, tôi trông ra phía đầu làng, ô kìa! Cây gạo đã đơm đầy hoa nom như một mâm xôi gấc đỏ. Ngày Tết, mẹ tôi cũng hay đổ xôi như thế. Khi tôi đang ngon lành giấc ngủ với giấc mơ vui mặc quần áo mới đầu năm thì mẹ tôi lẳng lặng thức dậy. Ánh lửa cháy cùng lòng mẹ.
Ngày tháng qua đi thật chậm mà cũng thật nhanh. Những bông hoa đỏ ngày nào đã trở thành những quả gạo múp míp, hai đầu thon vút như con thoi. Sợi bông trong quả đầy dần, căng lên; những mảnh vỏ tách ra cho các múi bông nở chín đều, chín như nồi cơm chín đội vung mà cười, trắng lóa. Cây gạo như treo rung rinh hàng ngàn nồi cơm gạo mới. Hết mùa hoa, chim chóc cũng vãn. Cây gạo chấm dứt những ngày tưng bừng ồn ã, lại trở về với dáng vẻ xanh mát, trầm tư. Cây đứng im cao lớn, hiền lành, làm tiêu cho những con đò cập bến và cho những đứa con về thăm quê mẹ.
Cây gạo gắn liền với tuổi thơ của những người dân quê tôi, trở thành một kí ức ngọt ngào trong quãng đời của mỗi người. Dù có đi đâu xa quê, hình ảnh cây gạo vẫn luôn trong tâm trí tôi.


8. The Ancient Banyan Tree at the Village Entrance
At the entrance of my village stands an ancient banyan tree. No matter how far I travel, whenever I think of the banyan tree at the village's entrance, I am reminded of my beloved homeland. Each time I return, the tree seems to welcome me back, reaching out with its branches as if embracing me home.
The banyan tree is located in a wide area at the village crossroads. Its shade covers a large stretch of land near the entrance, offering respite during the hot summer days. It becomes a gathering place where farmers, workers, and the elderly sit and enjoy cups of tea at Mrs. Bé’s house, chatting merrily at the crossroads. Children like us play traditional games like hopscotch and jacks under the tree. The trunk is massive, and its roots twist and spread across the ground. Many smaller trunks sprout from the main one. The top of the banyan tree rises above the bamboo hedges of the village. Its shadow stretches far, offering relief from the sun's heat. Birds make their nests in the dense branches. The trunk is rough, so large that six people cannot encircle it. The leaves are long, thick, and glossy. The dried, curled brown buds fall to the ground, where we use them to make whistles that produce a sharp, high-pitched sound, followed by peals of laughter. The banyan tree has witnessed countless events in the village’s history, seeing generations of young and old grow and live their lives. Truly, it is a living testament to our village’s past.
The ancient banyan tree is a familiar and cherished symbol for us children. It is where we have played, laughed, and grown up together. Even as I grow older and venture far away, I will always remember my childhood by the ancient banyan tree.


9. The Ancient Banyan Tree in the Temple Yard
In the yard of our village's temple stands an ancient banyan tree, towering and majestic, with no one knowing exactly when it was planted. All I know is that it's enormous and provides shade that covers a large portion of the yard. The villagers always say that the banyan tree is the guardian of our village.
The banyan tree stands proudly like a giant in the middle of the road. It is located right next to the street, with the village well and temple yard nearby. People often say that the banyan tree, the well, and the temple yard are inseparable.
The trunk of the banyan tree is so large that it takes five or six people to wrap their arms around it. The bark is rough and uneven, with occasional bulging spots that people liken to boils growing on the trunk.
The most striking feature is its root system, which sprawls across the ground like a mass of snakes. This has become a popular resting spot for the villagers to enjoy the breeze. The roots are thick and appear as if they might break free from the earth, yet they anchor deeply, standing firm even through many storms.
The tree’s vast canopy stretches far and wide, with countless smaller branches that are too many to count. Its large, thick leaves form a sturdy shield that rarely falls even when the wind blows. Only a strong gust can cause them to drop. We often gather the fallen leaves to write poems on them or use them to play games right beneath the banyan tree.
This monumental banyan tree has become a symbol of our village, making it appear more beautiful and civilized. People say that every village should have a banyan tree to protect and preserve the village’s traditions for generations.
Whenever someone returns from afar, they always stop by to admire the banyan tree, praising its ever-growing grandeur. Many people have cherished childhood memories under this tree, next to the village well and temple yard.


10. The Banyan Tree Connected to Childhood
If the bright red flame tree flowers evoke memories of school days, and the purple flowering trees remind us of parting, the simple banyan tree brings to mind the gratitude we feel for the shade it provides on the school grounds, and the times we would sit under it, chatting and reading happily.
From afar, the banyan tree looks just like the elderly guard who watches over the schoolyard day and night. We don’t know when it was first planted, but it has always been there, a giant green umbrella that shields playful students during break time. The trunk is so large that it takes two people to wrap their arms around it, and the branches reach up to the third floor of the building. The dark brown bark has patches that are peeling away, with lumps that resemble growths on the tree’s body. The roots at the base of the tree stretch above the ground, resembling giant snakes. These marks of age don’t make the tree any less beautiful; instead, they highlight its resilience and remind us of the deeper meanings of life. Its canopy spreads across multiple levels, each layer a meter apart, with branches reaching out horizontally, intertwining to form a circular pattern around the trunk.
When spring arrives, fresh green buds sprout, first as tiny leaves that grow larger, thicker, and darker as the season progresses. In summer, the leaves gather to provide a broad canopy of shade, covering a wide area of the schoolyard. Amid the green leaves, birds dart around, chirping merrily, creating a summer symphony. When the flame trees bloom in red, the banyan tree feels a bit lonely because it’s not the type of tree students remember most fondly. Yet, the tree cares for the students, watching over them through their challenging school years and later, as they face the uncertainties of life. But there is nothing it can do except to stand tall, offering shade as a quiet comfort to the growing hearts of the students. When the school bell rings to signal the beginning of another school year, the banyan tree knows its task is far from over. It continues to grow, its deep green leaves now mixed with hints of yellow and a few turning red. Among the leaves, small yellow fruits appear, sweet and smooth. As winter approaches, the tree sheds its leaves, and the chilly breeze carries them away, returning them to the earth. Even in the cold, the banyan tree remains steadfast, waiting for spring when it will once again bloom with tiny white star-like flowers that gently fall onto the shoulders and hair of students.
The banyan tree has grown alongside generations of students, sharing their quiet moments and listening to their unspoken thoughts. So, no matter how far we go in the future, we will always remember the familiar sight of the banyan tree, spreading its shade over the school grounds every day.


11. The Simplicity of the Cotton Tree's Beauty
All around my village, there are many cotton trees. The cotton tree is so familiar to everyone in the village, and especially to us children, who often gather to play beneath its cool, shady branches.
The cotton tree feels like an old friend to every villager. Its large leaves spread out like the palm of an adult’s hand, green in color, turning yellow as they age. The tree’s trunk is as thick as the village’s temple posts, standing tall and straight. Its branches stretch out in all directions like the arms of a warrior. Each year during the Lunar New Year, the village celebrates Tree Planting Day, and the elders come together to fertilize and water the cotton trees, ensuring their growth and health.
The cotton tree’s flowers are most beautiful in March, when they bloom. The flower buds are as large as the small drinking cups the elders use. These buds are a deep reddish-brown color, with thick, sturdy stems, about the size of a chopstick. When the flowers open, they spread out like the wide rim of a serving dish, with many petals in bright red and pink hues, looking incredibly beautiful. By April, under the scorching summer sun, the cotton tree blooms as though setting thousands of tiny flames alight against the blue sky. In the early mornings and late afternoons, hundreds of birds flock to the tree. Among them are doves, starlings, black crows, sparrows, and many others, chirping merrily, flying about as if they were attending the cotton flower festival.
Once the flowers bloom, they turn into fruit. By late June or early July, the cotton fruits ripen, splitting open to reveal multiple segments. The cotton inside is pure white, carrying seeds that are carried by the wind, spreading across the world.
The cotton tree is a simple and familiar beauty of my homeland. This year, its flowers have bloomed in a fiery red, signaling a bountiful harvest for the village, and everyone loves and cherishes the cotton tree.


12. Cây đa cổ thụ làng tôi
Quê hương mỗi người đều có những vẻ đẹp riêng, những cảnh vật riêng. Quê hương tôi gắn liền với mái nước, sân đình,.. đặc biệt là cây đa cổ thụ đầu làng. Cây đa ấy giống như là linh hồn của cả ngôi làng của tôi vậy.
Cây đa cổ thụ làng tôi được trồng từ rất lâu rồi, độ khoảng gần trăm năm tuổi, từ khi tôi sinh ra, cây đa đã to sừng sững như một người khổng lồ. Gốc cây rộng, chiếm hẳn một khoảng đất to, Những rễ cây sần sùi, to mập nổi lên cuồn cuộn trên mặt đất như những con trăn khổng lồ.
Thân cây đã to, màu nâu sậm xung quanh còn có những thân cây phụ cũng to không kém nối liền với cành cây khiến cây càng thêm vững chắc, tựa như dù có bão táp mưa sa, không gì có thể đánh đổ được cây đa ấy. Từ thân cây, mọc ra những cành cây to lực lưỡng như những bắp tay của người lực sĩ, tỏa ra xa tứ phía, tạo thành tán cây rộng.
Lá đa to, xanh mát, mọc um tùm trên những cành cây, từng khóm từng khóm kết lại tạo thành chiếc ô xanh khổng lồ che nắng, che mưa cho người dân trong làng. Chim chóc rủ nhau làm tổ, hót vang ríu rít trên cây. Vào những ngày hè, ông mặt trời lên cao, những tia nắng vàng rực rỡ lại len lỏi qua kẽ lá, chiếu xuống mặt đất như những đốm sáng nhỏ li ti.
Từ trên cây, mọc ra những chùm tua rua dài, dày và chạm hẳn đến mặt đất, khiến tôi liên tưởng đến vị già làng với bộ râu dài um tùm ngày ngày trông giữ bình yên cho ngôi làng. Ngày ngày, dưới gốc đa là nơi nghỉ chân của những bác nông dân đi cày đồng, uống bát nước cho vơi bớt mệt mỏi, nơi của những đứa trẻ con chúng tôi nô đùa, trèo lên những cành cây hóng mát, hét hò ầm ĩ vào mỗi buổi chiều êm đềm, hay cũng là nơi mà mỗi tối, dân làng rủ nhau ngồi tán gẫu, trò chuyện vui vẻ ngắm ánh trăng sáng trên bầu trời.
Ông tôi từng nói rằng, cây đa này đã có gần trăm năm nên nó thiêng liêng vô cùng, nó như linh hồn của cả làng ta vậy, không ai dám phá bỏ, làm tổn hại gì đến cây đa cả vậy nên ông cháu ta cần bảo vệ và giữ gìn cây đa ấy, nó là bản sắc của làng. Lời ông nói vẫn luôn tồn tại trong tâm trí tôi, quả thật cây đa cổ thụ ấy không chỉ lâu đời mà còn mang một vẻ đẹp cổ kính, gắn bó suốt bao đời nay với làng quê tôi. Ngồi dưới gốc đa, tôi cảm thấy lòng mình yên bình đến lạ, có lẽ nó là nơi đã quá đỗi thân thương, nó luôn dang vòng tay che chở cho mỗi người con của ngôi làng này vậy.
Đã bao nhiêu năm trôi qua, cây đa cổ thụ vẫn đứng đó. Dù bây giờ không còn ở quê thường xuyên nữa nhưng mỗi lần có dịp về quê chơi, tôi lại ra gốc đa ngồi để ngắm nhìn cảnh quê hương tươi đẹp gắn bó suốt một thời tuổi thơ của tôi. Dù đi đâu xa, có lẽ cây sẽ mãi tồn tại trong tâm trí tôi như một niềm tự hào về làng quê của mình.


13. The Old Phoenix Tree in the Schoolyard
When it comes to ancient trees, I can't help but think of the old phoenix tree standing proudly in the center of our schoolyard. Since the first time I came to this school, the phoenix tree has always been there, tall and proud. It has stood here for as long as anyone can remember. My teacher once said it existed even before our school was built, and our school has been around for more than sixty years.
Though no one knows who planted it, we can see the tree's bark is worn and weathered at its base, covered with moss and age. The first time I visited the school, I saw the phoenix tree standing there with its layers of leaves interwoven like a massive umbrella providing shade for the entire schoolyard. Its branches stretched so high that they seemed to reach the third floor of the building.
The trunk of the phoenix tree is so thick that four of us could barely encircle it with our arms. At the base, countless large roots rise out of the ground, twisting and turning like giant serpents that have uprooted the surrounding tiles and concrete.
The bark of the tree is covered with various bumps, resembling large and small shells clinging to it. The color of the bark is a pale gray near the base and smooth higher up, full of vitality, with occasional bulges from broken branches that left their marks over time.
The branches of the tree are thick and long, extending in many directions, creating layers of green with countless small leaves. The leaves are tiny, only the size of a pumpkin seed, growing in straight parallel lines along the stem. When summer arrives, the tree bursts into vivid red blossoms, lighting up the whole schoolyard.
When the petals of the phoenix flowers fall, they cover the ground like a blanket of red. The fruit of the tree is similar in shape to the soapberry but much larger, and inside are many seeds.
We boys use the phoenix fruit as swords for pretend battles, while the girls press the fallen petals between the pages of their notebooks, creating colorful butterflies as keepsakes. Throughout the school year, we always gather under the shade of the old phoenix tree to play, laugh, and enjoy each other's company.
The phoenix tree in our schoolyard is special. Even though I've grown older, I will always remember my teachers, friends, and the old phoenix tree. I will remember playing under its branches, laughing with my classmates. We all hold this tree dear, often affectionately calling it 'Grandfather Phoenix Tree.' It has been a constant companion throughout our childhood, and the memories we have with it will last forever.


14. The Ancient Trám Tree
Our school has many trees for shade, but my favorite is the ancient trám tree near the school gate.
From a distance, the trám tree looks like a giant umbrella. It grows rapidly, towering above the school gate. Its large roots rise from the ground, resembling a group of snakes crawling. The trunk is so thick that it would take two arms to wrap around it, with rough, dark bark.
About two meters above the ground, the trunk splits into branches. Each branch has several smaller limbs stretching out in all directions, filled with yellowing leaves that gently fall and scatter on the ground. Some leaves float toward the school pond, drifting on the surface like little boats.
Among the lush green leaves, bright yellow flowers shimmer in the sunlight like clusters of glitter. Occasionally, small, delicate flowers fall, drifting through the air, creating a picturesque scene. The fruit of the trám tree is green, twisted like an unripe gourd, and turns dark as it matures. If you place the fruit in water, it will bubble up like soap.
During recess, we gather around the base of the trám tree to play and chat. Sometimes, yellow flowers fall on our heads, adding charm to our fun. Some mischievous friends would wrap their arms around the tree and spin around, delighted by the experience.
At dawn, the sun rises, sending pink rays through the gaps in the leaves, making the morning dew sparkle. Birds flutter and chirp, while butterflies settle on the fragrant flowers. At night, the wind stirs the leaves, creating a soft, soothing sound.
I love the trám tree because it not only provides shade for our play but also enhances the beauty of our school. On peaceful summer afternoons, watching the trám flowers fall is truly a delightful sight.


