The Thirsty Sparrow

Pip the sparrow was very
thirsty on a hot and sunny 
summer day.
He spotted a pitcher with a
little bit of water at the very
bottom.
He dropped small pebbles
into it until the water rose so
he could take a drink.
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July 7, 2026 at 10:19 PM
Story beautifully retold.
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