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The Curious Case of the Talking Animals

In a forest so green, not often seen, lived animals of all kinds, big and small. From the chatty chipmunks to the noisy nightingales, they all lived together, in this magical tale.

In a lush forest filled with tall trees, colorful flowers, and a bubbling stream, a variety of animals are pictured - Tiny brown fur, bright eyes, and bushy tails, chirpy and lively, Sleek feathers, golden beaks, melodic chirps, and twinkling eyes, and more, all chatting and chirping happily.
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But one curious day, something strange came their way. Their chatter turned to clatter when they discovered they could speak and chatter!

The animals are shown looking bewildered, with speech bubbles coming out of their mouths as they discover they can talk.
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The chipmunks chimed, the nightingales neighed, the bunnies bantered, and the deer had something to say. It was a hullabaloo of sounds, spreading through the woods, all around.

The forest is filled with animals talking, each with a speech bubble exhibiting their unique sounds.
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The wise old owl suggested they visit the wise and wondrous witch, to unravel this fantastic and furry glitch!

The owl with glasses and a book in its branch, leading the group of animals towards a mysterious cottage in the depths of the forest.
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The witch, with her wand, sang a spell with a swoosh, and the animals went silent with a sudden whoosh!

The animals encircling the witch, wide-eyed and silent after the witch performs her spell.
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The silence didn't last, as they realized speaking was in the heart, not tied to a spell that would soon depart. So, they continued to chatter, with joy and with clatter, grateful for the gift that made their hearts fatter.

The animals are shown happily talking again, surrounded by hearts to indicate the joy in their hearts.
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From that day on in the wonderful wood, the animals spoke freely and truly, as only animals could!

The animals are depicted in a group, filled with happiness and freedom as they talk to each other.
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Reflection Questions

  • How do you think the animals felt when they first discovered they could talk?
  • What do you think the animals learned from the experience with the witch?
  • How would you feel if you suddenly discovered you could talk to animals?

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