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Hello. Welcome to Stories Podcast. I'm your host, Amanda Weldon. Today's story is a throwback episode. Tune in to hear one of our classic stories from the archive that you might have missed the first time around. We have Stories Podcast merch, available@storiespodcast.com shop. We're also on cameo for all of your personalized video message needs. And don't forget to follow us on Instagram Stories Podcast if you send us a drawing of your favorite scene or character, we'll share it on our feed. Now here's a word from our sponsors as schedules fill up with activities, travel and spring events, it can be challenging to make learning consistent. IXL makes it simple to stay on track with focused, flexible practice that fits your routine. IXL is an award winning online learning platform that fits seamlessly into homeschooling. It offers interactive practice across math, language arts, science and social studies from Pre K through 12th grade. IXL personalizes learning for each child, keeps them engaged, and gives parents clear insight into progress. IXL's interactive practice and clear explanations make it easy to reinforce learning as you prepare for end of year assessments or milestones. Everything is organized by grade and subject, so you can quickly find what each child needs without juggling multiple resources. Over 15 million students use IXL. More than 75 research studies show it delivers real results and it's been proven to improve achievement in all 50 states, giving homeschool families added confidence. Make an impact on your child's learning. Get IXL now and Stories podcast listeners can get an exclusive 20% off IXL membership when they sign up today. Www.ixl.com dragon to get the most effective learning program out there at the best price. Thanks. Enjoy the episode Robin's Egg Blues
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Once
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upon a time, a grumpy old tortoise was walking through the forest. He moved slowly, even for a tortoise, and his shell was as big as a boulder. All tortoises of a certain age are craggy and knobbly and grumpy looking, but this tortoise put them to shame. His body was so craggy it looked like a crumbling cliff. His shell had more knobs than a front door factory, and his face was so grumpy it would turn milk sour. Like most grumpy folks, he didn't seem to care much for the world around him, except when he wanted to take it down a peg. Spring was blooming, flowers unfurling for the first time in long months, and that didn't sit well with the tortoise. Pretty things only got in his way. So as he walked, one scaly claw at a time, he dragged his heavy shell through the low shrubs and flower patches he'd slam down, flattening them back into the mud with a wet thump sound. His face may have looked sour and mean, but he almost smiled every time he smooshed a particularly beautiful bloom. Mmm.
