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The Honest Rabbit and Tortoise

Once upon a time, there was a Rabbit and a Tortoise.

A rabbit and a tortoise standing together
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They decided to have a race to see who was faster.

A rabbit and a tortoise standing at a starting line
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The Rabbit was very fast and confident of winning.

A fast rabbit with a big smile
3

The Tortoise was slow but honest and determined.

A slow tortoise with a kind expression
4

The race started, and the Rabbit zoomed ahead.

A rabbit running quickly with a dust cloud behind
5

The Tortoise plodded along slowly, not giving up.

A slow tortoise moving forward with determination
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The Rabbit thought he was winning and took a nap.

A rabbit sleeping under a tree
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Meanwhile, the Tortoise continued moving forward.

A tortoise slowly making progress towards the finish line
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When the Rabbit woke up, he saw the Tortoise near the finish line.

A surprised rabbit looking at a tortoise in the distance
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The Tortoise crossed the finish line first and won the race.

A happy tortoise crossing the finish line
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Reflection Questions

  • Why did the Rabbit take a nap during the race?
  • What was special about the Tortoise?
  • Why did the Tortoise win the race?

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