बark (Bark)
bark
Bark is the outer covering of a tree. It protects the tree and helps it stay healthy.
You say 'bark' like this: b-ahr-k.
The word 'bark' comes from an old word that means the outer layer of a tree.
The word 'bark' in Hindi is 'छाल' (Chhaal).
The word 'bark' in Kannada is 'ಚಾಲ' (Chāla).
In the bright, colorful world of trees, the bark is like a cozy blanket for the trunk! Just like how we wear jackets to stay warm, trees wear their bark to protect themselves.
Some bark is smooth, while other bark is rough and bumpy, just like the different textures in our favorite books! Can you imagine a tree with polka dots or stripes? What kind of bark would you like to see?
Next time you go outside, look for trees and their special bark. Nature is full of surprises, just waiting for you to discover!