Emu and the Water Tree

Emu and the Water Tree — page 1 — There was once a time when emus could fly higher than any other bird in Australia This is the tale of a curious emu whose adventure changed the lives of emus everywhere

Emu and the Water Tree — page 2 — Chapter 1 One day Emu was out flying when he spotted a strange tree growing high on top of a large hill The tree had two long branches no leaves and a thick trunk covered in bright red bark Oh this is exciting said Emu I’ve never seen a tree like that before And he flew down to have a closer look Landing on one of the branches he saw that the top of the tree was

Emu and the Water Tree — page 3 — open and the huge hollow trunk was filled with pure clean water Emu was thirsty after his long flight so he dipped his beak into the water and drank deeply Who’s drinking my water asked a cross voice

Emu and the Water Tree — page 4 — Chapter 2 Emu pulled back in surprise When he looked again he saw a serpent lying far down in the water at the bottom of the tree Oh said Emu I didn’t know you were there I’m sorry I drank some of your water without asking Serpent smiled slyly and replied If you want to drink my water you must always give me something first Emu was curious so he asked

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