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A New Friend

Once upon a time, in a small village, there lived a boy named Matteo. He loved playing soccer and eating his Nonna's pasta.

Brown hair, blue eyes, wearing a red soccer jersey playing soccer with his friends in the village
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One day, a new family moved to the village. They were from a faraway land and spoke a different language. Matteo was curious.

Brown hair, blue eyes, wearing a red soccer jersey looking at the new family with curiosity
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Matteo decided to approach the new boy, Ali, with a big smile. They played together even though they couldn't understand each other.

Brown hair, blue eyes, wearing a red soccer jersey and Black hair, brown eyes, wearing a green sweater playing soccer and laughing
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Matteo invited Ali to join his friends at the village school. They painted together and learned each other's languages.

Brown hair, blue eyes, wearing a red soccer jersey, Black hair, brown eyes, wearing a green sweater, and their friends painting and laughing
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As the days passed, Matteo's other friends saw how much fun Matteo and Ali were having, and they welcomed Ali with open arms.

Brown hair, blue eyes, wearing a red soccer jersey, Black hair, brown eyes, wearing a green sweater, and their friends playing soccer together
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The village celebrated their diversity, hosting a big party with music, food, and traditions from around the world.

The village celebrating with music, food, and dance
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Matteo realized that being inclusive and making new friends was important. He felt proud of himself and his village.

Brown hair, blue eyes, wearing a red soccer jersey smiling and feeling proud with his friends
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From that day on, Matteo, Ali, and all of their friends made sure everyone felt included and welcomed in their village.

Brown hair, blue eyes, wearing a red soccer jersey, Black hair, brown eyes, wearing a green sweater, and their friends holding hands and smiling
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Reflection Questions

  • How did Matteo feel when he saw the new family?
  • What did Matteo and Ali do together even though they didn't speak the same language?
  • What did the village do to celebrate their diversity?

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