Thirsty Crow | Bedside Stories for Kids | Calm Sleep

A thirsty crow searches desperately for water. After a long search, it finds a pitcher with water, but the water level is too low to reach. The clever crow then drops pebbles into the pitcher, raising the water level until it can drink and quench its thirst.

Scene 1 : EXT. ARID LANDSCAPE - DAY
A lone crow flies across a barren, sun-baked landscape. The heat shimmers off the cracked earth, emphasizing the crow's desperate search for water. Close-ups of the crow's panting and distressed eyes convey its thirst and exhaustion.

Scene 2 : EXT. DESERT - DAY
The crow spots a distant pitcher. Hope flickers in its eyes as it swoops down, landing near the pitcher. The pitcher appears old and forgotten, half-buried in the sand. The crow cautiously approaches, its movements filled with anticipation.

Scene 3 : EXT. PITCHER - CONTINUOUS
The crow peers into the pitcher, its hope turning to dismay. The water level is too low for it to reach. Frustration is evident in its movements as it tries various unsuccessful attempts to get to the water.

Scene 4 : EXT. PITCHER - CONTINUOUS
The crow notices pebbles scattered around the pitcher. An idea sparks in its eyes. The crow picks up a pebble in its beak and drops it into the pitcher. The sound of the pebble hitting the water echoes in the silence.

Scene 5 : EXT. PITCHER - CONTINUOUS
The crow tirelessly gathers pebbles, one by one, and drops them into the pitcher. Each pebble raises the water level incrementally. The crow's determination is palpable as it continues its task, undeterred by the slow progress.

Scene 6 : EXT. PITCHER - CONTINUOUS
The water level rises slowly but steadily. Finally, the water reaches a level where the crow can reach it. Relief washes over the crow as it dips its beak into the water and drinks deeply.

Scene 7 : EXT. ARID LANDSCAPE - SUNSET
The crow, now refreshed, takes flight against the backdrop of the setting sun. It soars confidently across the landscape, a symbol of perseverance and intelligence. The camera pans out, leaving the pitcher behind as a testament to the crow's triumph.