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The Great Forest Race
The Great Forest Race
8 pages
Author: Emily Johnson
FOREST
RACE
ANIMALS
FRIENDSHIP
TEAMWORK
Summary
1. In a forest, the animals often held contests to see who was the fastest and smartest. One day, a wise old owl announced a special event. Bird: “Tomorrow, there will be a great race! The winner will be crowned the Champion of the Forest and receive a basket of the finest fruits!” The news excited everyone. Each one believed they could win, but the snake boasted the loudest. Snake: “None of you stand a chance! I’ll slither faster than all of you!” he hissed. 2. all the animals gathered at the starting line. The bird flew swiftly ahead, the rabbit hopped with energy, the squirrel zigzagged skillfully, and the snake slithered smoothly. Meanwhile, the fish swam along the sparkling stream that ran beside the path. 3. The racers came to a wide muddy patch. The snake struggled, his body slipping in the mud. Further along, the rabbit’s paw got caught in a thorn bush. She cried out. Rabbit: “Help! I’m stuck!” The bird saw her and hesitated. Bird: “If I stop, I might lose!” But the squirrel heard her too and quickly rushed over. Rabbit:. “Thank you!” Snake: “You’re wasting time helping others!” 4. Suddenly, there path blocked by a fallen log. The snake tried to push the log away but couldn’t. He looked around for help, but none of the animals trusted him because of his earlier boasting. Just then, the rabbit and squirrel arrived and helped. Snake: “Why would you help me?” Bird: “Because helping others is what makes us stronger,” 5. Finally, all the animals raced toward the finish line together. To everyone’s surprise, the fish, who had steadily swum along the whole race, crossed first! The snake, though he didn’t win, felt happy for the fish and thanked the squirrel and rabbit. Snake: “I was wrong to be so proud. Kindness and teamwork matter more than winning.” From that day on, the snake became a better friend, and the animals of the forest learned that working together brings the greatest rewards.
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