Aryan, Varun, Dhruv, and Chandan quickly opened their lunch boxes. But as soon as Chandan took a bite of his apple, he winced in pain, clutching his mouth
"What happened?" Dhruv asked, concerned.
"My tooth hurts," mumbled Chandan.
"Did it hurt before, or did it start hurting after eating the apple?" Aryan asked.
"It wasn't hurting before; it just started now."
"Try wiggling it. Maybe your tooth is loose and about to fall."
"What are you saying, Varun? Eating an apple can't break a tooth?" asked Chandan.
"Teeth fall out on their own, not because of eating apples," Varun said.
"But my tooth can't fall out!"
"Why not? All children lose their milk teeth. It'll be fun when you have a gap in your mouth. You used to tease me when you saw mine. Now it's your turn!" said Varun
Chandan was worried.
"Don't worry, Chandan! Now eat your food. You'll be hungry when the bell rings," Aryan comforted him.
Chandan started eating his apple and sandwiches, chewing with his back teeth instead of his front teeth.
But Varun's words bothered him. He remembered how he had teased Varun when he lost his tooth and came to school with a gap in his mouth.
Varun's tongue would stick out from the space while talking, and Chandan would burst into laughter. Poor Varun would cover his mouth when talking to someone. After a few days, a new tooth grew, and Varun had been relieved.
Since then, Chandan didn't feel like going to school. He wanted to go home as soon as possible. The recess bell rang, and Ma had come to pick him up at the gate. Upon seeing his sullen face, Ma asked, "What happened? Why do you look sad?"
"Ma, my tooth hurts," Chandan replied.
"Don't worry! If the milk tooth falls out, the pain will go away too," Ma assured him.
This story is from the November Second 2023 edition of Champak.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the November Second 2023 edition of Champak.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
Bread Butter
\"Hey, let's quickly gather under the peepal tree with our lunch boxes!\" Neha exclaimed when she heard the bell ring for recess.
Brave Firefighters
Agni Bear was invited to address students on International Firefighters' Day at the Aurora Valley School.
ANGRY APPAPPAN
In a cosy little house on Maple Lane, lived Tian and Juan, a mischievous twain. With Appappan, their grandpa, a grump with a smile, full of love and warmth, going that extra mile.
Mother's Day For All
Today at Sara's school, children of class three were told about Mother's Day, which was coming soon. Teachers told students the meaning and importance of Mother's Day.
THE FOREST PARLIAMENT
\"Hey Johny! Where are you headed?\" Cheeku rabbit asked.
Brave Hippo
Henry Hippo was chosen for the prestigious Anandvan Bravery Award for saving Madhav monkey's son Zain from a hungry hyena by risking his own life.
THE POLLINATOR GARDEN BLOOM SHOW
Siya gazed at the glossy brochure that her neighbour Trisha had shown her.
Aarau Learns a Lesson
It was Sunday, and Aarav woke up leisurely in the morning.
The Gift of Braille
Tanmay was going to the market with his grandfather when he noticed a blind man attempting to cross the road amidst heavy traffic.
What An idea!
Baddy fox had been eyeing Mani deer for a long time. However, he was unable to catch him because Mani was extremely fast.