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The Magic of Jamaica

Meet Jack and Lily, two children from Jamaica.

Jack: cheerful boy with dark curly hair and soccer jersey and Lily: determined girl with braids and a backpack, smiling girlren with bright clothes
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Jamaica is a beautiful country with kind people.

Vibrant beaches with friendly people spreading joy
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But not everyone in Jamaica has the same opportunities.

Unequal access to education and opportunities
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Jack loves playing soccer, but their school doesn't have a proper field.

Jack: cheerful boy with dark curly hair and soccer jersey kicking a soccer ball in a small yard
4

Lily dreams of being a doctor, but medical clinics are scarce in her area.

Lily: determined girl with braids and a backpack with a toy stethoscope on a dusty road
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Despite the challenges, Jack and Lily never give up.

Jack: cheerful boy with dark curly hair and soccer jersey and Lily: determined girl with braids and a backpack with determined expressions, facing obstacles
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They work hard and support each other's dreams.

Jack: cheerful boy with dark curly hair and soccer jersey and Lily: determined girl with braids and a backpack studying together, cheering each other
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With time, Jamaica will find ways to provide equal opportunities for all.

Jamaican flag waving high with symbols of progress
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Reflection Questions

  • How do Jack and Lily support each other?
  • What challenges do Jack and Lily face in Jamaica?
  • What can Jamaica do to provide equal opportunities?

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