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Lila and Leo and the Magic Well

In a village, Lila and Leo, a sister and brother, always went to the old well for water.

Lila and Leo getting water from the well
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One day, as they were about to draw water, they heard a tiny voice saying, 'Greetings, young ones!'

Lila and Leo surprised by the talking well
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They looked around and noticed that the voice was coming from the old well itself!

Lila and Leo looking at the talking well
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The well continued, 'I am a magic well! If you bring me a small gift every day for a week, I will grant you a wish!'

Lila and Leo listening to the magic well
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Excited, Lila and Leo agreed to bring the well a gift every day without telling anyone about the magic.

Lila and Leo secretively bringing gifts to the well
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They brought colorful flowers, shiny pebbles, and even a feather they found in the forest.

Lila and Leo bringing gifts to the magic well
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On the seventh day, they brought the well a little candle they had made themselves.

Lila and Leo giving the magic well the final gift
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As soon as they placed the candle by the well, it glowed brightly and a magical fairy appeared!

Lila and Leo amazed by the magical fairy
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The fairy said, 'Thank you for your kindness! I will grant you one wish.' Lila and Leo wished for happiness for their entire village.

Lila and Leo making their wish together
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From that day onwards, the village was filled with laughter, joy, and kindness.

Happy villagers with Lila and Leo
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Reflection Questions

  • How did Lila and Leo find out the well was magic?
  • What gifts did Lila and Leo bring to the well?
  • What was Lila and Leo's wish for the village?

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