The Bird by Leo Tolstoy - Review

"The Bird" is a simple yet powerful story about a boy named Serozha who gets a bird trap as a birthday gift. Excited, he catches a bird but soon forgets to care for it properly. His mother warns him to let the bird go, but when he finally tries to fix his mistake, it’s too late—the bird dies from neglect. Serozha feels deep regret and learns a hard lesson about kindness and responsibility.

Tolstoy’s story teaches an important moral in a way children can understand. It shows how thoughtless actions can harm innocent creatures and how guilt can change a person. The ending is sad but meaningful, as Serozha decides never to trap birds again. The story reminds us to treat all living things with care and compassion.

Here is the link to the text of the story:
https://short-stories.co/@leotolstoy/the-bird-473l2qq4lm2j