Cruelty is like when you see a flower and instead of letting it grow, you step on it just because you can. The flower didn’t do anything wrong, but it still gets hurt. It’s when someone makes a choice to cause pain or sadness to others, even though they could choose to be kind instead.
Imagine if someone took away your favorite toy and broke it on purpose, even though they knew it would make you sad. That’s an example of cruelty. It’s when someone knows their actions will hurt others, but they do it anyway, without caring about the feelings of others.
Think about a sunny day turning suddenly into a storm. Cruelty is like that storm, bringing darkness and unhappiness into a place that could be filled with light and joy. It’s important to remember that being kind and gentle is always better than being cruel, because kindness can make everyone feel happy and safe.