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The Lazy Turtle

Once upon a time, there was a lazy turtle named Timmy.

pictures of a green turtle with a lazy expression

Timmy loved to sleep all day and never wanted to do any work.

picture of A lazy turtle with a green shell sleeping under a tree

One day, Timmy's friends, the rabbits, asked him to play a game.

picture of three happy rabbits inviting A lazy turtle with a green shell to play

But Timmy said, 'I'm too lazy to play. I'd rather sleep.'

picture of A lazy turtle with a green shell closing his eyes and ignoring his friends

The rabbits felt sad and went to play without Timmy.

picture of the rabbits playing happily without A lazy turtle with a green shell

As Timmy slept, he dreamt about all the fun he could have had.

picture of A lazy turtle with a green shell dreaming about playing with the rabbits

When Timmy woke up, he realized he had missed out on a lot.

picture of A lazy turtle with a green shell looking regretful

From that day on, Timmy decided to be more confident and join his friends.

picture of A lazy turtle with a green shell smiling and playing with the rabbits

Reflection Questions

  • Why did Timmy always want to sleep?
  • How did Timmy feel when his friends played without him?
  • What did Timmy decide to do at the end?

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