Hello, young explorers! It’s me, Dr. Troot, the Grey Fox, your wise and curious friend! 🦊✨
May brought new adventures, amazing discoveries, and sparkling stories from India and around the world. Ready? Let’s leap right in—with my foxy twist! 🌿🔍🎉
🇮🇳 India’s 7th Khelo India Youth Games Begin! This time in Bihar!
From May 4 to 15, 2025, kids from all over India came together for the Khelo India Youth Games in Bihar—playing 28 different sports across five cities including Patna, Gaya, and Bhagalpur. The mascot, Gajasimha (half-elephant, half-lion), roared into action at the opening ceremony by Prime Minister Modi. Maharashtra shined with a whopping 158 medals!
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👉 Dr. Troot’s Fun Fact: They even added e‑sports as a demonstration event this year—because video games can be part of play too!
Skincare Tip: If you're playing sports outside this summer, wear a cap and drink plenty of water to stay cool! 💧🏅
🌍 Big News from Around the World!
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Amazing Archaeological Discoveries!
May was a treasure trove: a 5,000-year-old fire altar in Peru, a Roman-era mosaic in Syria, an intact Roman pot in Ireland, Bronze-Age tombs in Egypt—and more than 1,200 new sites in Sudan found!
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👉 Dr. Troot’s Thought: History is like a giant puzzle—each discovery helps us piece together stories from long, long ago!
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UK to Return Chagos Islands to Mauritius
The United Kingdom signed an agreement to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, while still keeping one island as a military base for the next 99 years.
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👉 Dr. Troot’s Fun Fact: This is an example of countries deciding to share land and make peace—it’s like putting down your sticks and sharing your playground!
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Dharoi Adventure Fest Debuts in Gujarat!
Gujarat launched its first-ever Dharoi Adventure Fest from May 23—offering kayaking, zip-lining, hot-air balloons, stargazing, and folk shows near the Dharoi Dam. Kids and families can camp in tents and join in nature’s playground!
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👉 Dr. Troot’s Tip: Festivals like this are like real-life treasure hunts—full of fun and learning together!
📚 Dr. Troot’s Book Burrow – May Picks!
- “Amma, Tell Me About Hanuman” – Mythology made fun.
- “Ada Twist, Scientist” – Science is simply curiosity in action.
- “How I Taught My Grandmother to Read” – Stories that warm your heart.
👉 Dr. Troot’s Tip: Reading even just 15 minutes each day plants magic seeds in your mind!
🏆 Dr. Troot’s Challenge of the Month!
Spring Cleanup Pledge!
- Pick up one piece of litter each day.
- Help plant a flower, tree, or even a small seed.
- Tell someone why forests and flowers matter.
Send me your photo or drawing of your pledge in action—Dr. Troot’s Earth Guardian badge awaits the best entries!
🤣 Joke Time!
Q: Why did the archaeologist go to the jungle?
A: Because he wanted to dig nature’s hidden treasures! 😆
That’s all for May, my clever cubs! Stay curious, kind, and adventurous.
Your Friend, Dr. Troot, the Grey Fox 🦊
Ask a grown-up to send me your stories, doodles, or pledges!