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The Clever Crow and the Magic Jug

In a quiet orchard, under the sky so blue, lived a clever little crow who loved to explore anew.

A cheerful orchard with bright blue sky, filled with apple and cherry trees. A small, curious A small, curious crow with shiny black feathers, inquisitive eyes, and an intelligent demeanor with shiny black feathers.

One sunny day, while hopping along the way, the crow found an old jug, much to his dismay.

A dusty, old jug lying amongst green grass and wildflowers, with a curious A small, curious crow with shiny black feathers, inquisitive eyes, and an intelligent demeanor examining it.

It was big and round, but oh so dry! 'If only there was water,' thought the crow with a sigh.

Close-up of the jug, emphasizing its size and emptiness. The A small, curious crow with shiny black feathers, inquisitive eyes, and an intelligent demeanor stands beside it, looking pensive.

Then the clever crow, with eyes that glowed, thought of a way to make water show!

The A small, curious crow with shiny black feathers, inquisitive eyes, and an intelligent demeanor’s eyes light up with an idea. The scene shows determination and excitement.

He picked up pebbles, one by one, and dropped them in – so much fun!

The A small, curious crow with shiny black feathers, inquisitive eyes, and an intelligent demeanor picking up small pebbles and dropping them into the jug, creating ripples inside.

Plip, plop, plink – stones sank down – slowly, water rose up the crown.

Inside the jug, showing pebbles dropping with splashes (plip, plop, plink). Water level rising gradually.

The jug now full, he sipped with glee. The clever plan worked perfectly!

The A small, curious crow with shiny black feathers, inquisitive eyes, and an intelligent demeanor happily drinking water from the now-filled jug, looks pleased and satisfied.

A lesson learned, he's happy to share. To solve a problem, use wits and care.

The A small, curious crow with shiny black feathers, inquisitive eyes, and an intelligent demeanor silhouetted against the sunset, appearing thoughtful and wise, ready to share his knowledge.

And in that orchard, under skies so blue, lives a wise old crow who loves to help too.

Back in the orchard, under a sunset sky, the A small, curious crow with shiny black feathers, inquisitive eyes, and an intelligent demeanor helps other animals, spreading the wisdom.

So remember, little ones, when you're in a tough spot, think like the crow – you've got the clever lot!

A triumphant end scene with the A small, curious crow with shiny black feathers, inquisitive eyes, and an intelligent demeanor and other happy animals, embodying teamwork and clever thinking.

Be like the crow, so clever and wise, and watch as your troubles take to the skies!

Illustration showing the A small, curious crow with shiny black feathers, inquisitive eyes, and an intelligent demeanor with a light bulb over its head, symbolizing a smart solution to problems.

The end of the story, oh so sweet, where problems and troubles meet their delete.

Final happy scene with the A small, curious crow with shiny black feathers, inquisitive eyes, and an intelligent demeanor flying off, carrying forward the message of wisdom and cleverness.

Reflection Questions

  • How did the crow come up with a way to get water from the jug?
  • What would you do if you faced a problem like the crow did?
  • How can you help a friend solve a problem with your clever thinking?

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