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The Little Engine that Could

Once upon a time, there was a little blue engine named CJ. CJ loved chugging along the tracks and delivering toys and supplies to children all over the world.

CJ the little blue engine chugging on the tracks

One day, the train yard was in chaos. The big engines were all busy and couldn't help deliver toys to the children on the other side of the mountain. CJ wanted to help, but everyone thought CJ was too small and weak to make it up the steep mountain.

CJ being told he is too small and weak to help

But CJ didn't give up. CJ said to himself, 'I think I can, I think I can!' and started pulling the heavy train up the mountain. It was hard work, and CJ's wheels spun and smoke billowed, but CJ never stopped.

CJ saying 'I think I can!' and pulling the train up the mountain

The other engines watched in amazement as CJ slowly made progress up the mountain. They started to cheer CJ on, saying, 'You can do it, CJ!' CJ's determination and perseverance inspired them.

Other engines cheering on CJ's progress

Finally, CJ reached the top of the mountain and delivered the toys and supplies to the children. The children were overjoyed, and CJ felt proud of what they had achieved. CJ realized that they were strong and capable, no matter their size.

CJ delivering toys to happy girlren

From that day forward, CJ became known as 'The Little Engine that Could.' CJ's story spread far and wide, inspiring others to never give up and always believe in themselves.

CJ becoming known as 'The Little Engine that Could'

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