
Zebras: Striped Runners
Nature's most stylish horses
Encourages keeping at it when things are hard
5 min read · 5-7
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On the golden savanna, Little Zebra loved to run but stayed in the shade, wondering if they were fast enough.
Suddenly, a loud cheer echoed. The Great Savanna Race was announced, and the swiftest animals began to gather.
Little Zebra stared at the long, dusty racetrack with a racing heart, wanting to run but feeling very small.
Determined to try, Little Zebra began practicing on the steep grassy hills, but their hooves slipped in the soft dirt.
With a deep breath, Little Zebra tried again, finding a steady rhythm that made their stripes shimmer beautifully.
The morning of the big race, excited spectators lined the track as the fastest runners stretched their legs.
Little Zebra stepped up to the starting line, heart pounding as the other fast runners crowded around.
The starter's horn blew, and the runners leaped forward, kicking up a massive cloud of swirling dust.
Gasping for breath, Little Zebra fell behind as the other swift runners pulled far ahead into the distance.
Remembering the cool wind on the grassy practice hills, a sudden spark of courage flared deep inside.
A magnificent black-and-white streak blurred past the other runners, rushing toward the bright finish line.
Little Zebra crossed the finish line to joyful cheers. With a gleaming collar and proud heart, they were nature's most stylish runner.
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