In a forest full of green, lived Sumi, a squirrel quite keen. She loved playing all day long, hopping to her happy song.

But summer days soon came to end, with monsoon storms around the bend. Summer sang a farewell tune, 'Get ready, rains are coming soon!'

Sumi's friends began to rush, building homes in a flurry hush. But Sumi thought, 'I’d rather play! I’ll build my home another day.'

The sun hid behind a rain clouds wall, and raindrops began to fall. Sumi scurried here and there, Oh no, her tree was bare!

‘Drip drop, drip drop,’ went the rain, filling Sumi's heart with pain. She wished she had been wise, and built her home to the sky.

Wet and cold, she sniffed and sneezed, ‘Building now, must be a breeze!’ With a focus firm and clear, she began her task with cheer.

She found twigs and leaves and sticks, in the forest deep and thick. Woven tight between the trees, her home began to please.

Day by day, her work did grow, through the sunshine and the snow. Until one day, with a cheer, her new home was built, oh dear!

The rains returned with mighty roar, but Sumi feared no more. In her warm and cozy den, she knew she’d be dry again.

The lesson learned was very clear, ‘Better early, than too near.’ Now Sumi builds right away, so she always has a place to stay.

So, dear reader, I must say, doing work before you play, helps you dance in rain so free, just ask Sumi, you’ll agree!

For Sumi learned a lesson bright, planning well brings joy and light. And if there's a task at hand, embrace it! You'll soon understand.