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The Determined Old Man

In a small house at the edge of town, lived an old man.

Small house on edge of town with Elderly man with wrinkles and a determined expression

The old man had lived there for as long as anyone could remember.

Old man living in the same house forever

Despite his age, the old man had a determination unlike anyone else.

Old man with incredible determination

Every morning, he would wake up early and get to work.

Old man waking up early and starting work

He would tend to his garden and make repairs to his house.

Old man tending garden and fixing house

The neighborhood children would watch in awe as the old man worked tirelessly.

girlren watching Elderly man with wrinkles and a determined expression work with awe

He didn't let his age or any obstacles stop him from doing what needed to be done.

Old man overcoming obstacles with determination

One day, a storm hit the town and damaged the old man's roof.

Storm damaging Elderly man with wrinkles and a determined expression's roof

Everyone thought he would call for help, but instead, the old man got to work.

Old man fixing his damaged roof

He climbed up the ladder and spent hours repairing the roof all by himself.

Old man climbing ladder and repairing roof

Reflection Questions

  • How did the old man inspire the neighborhood children?
  • What did the old man do when his roof was damaged?
  • Why do you think determination is an important quality to have?

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