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In the story Why the Sky is Far Away"  which iis a Nigerian folktale , it is explaining that the sky once hung close to the earth. It provided  edible, delicious pieces for people who never had to farm. Due to human greed and wastefulness, the sky grew angry and moved far away, requiring people to work for their food

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Hello, my Echoing Fables family. This is Gramps, and I'm so happy you've joined me today. Today's story comes from Africa and teaches us about gratitude, respect, and the way our actions can change the world around us. Long ago the sky was so close to the earth that people could reach it and touch it. So settle in, open your listening ears, and let's enjoy today's fable called Why the Sky is Far Away. Long ago the sky lived very close to Earth. It was so low that people could touch it with their hands. In those days when people were hungry, they would take pieces of the sky and cook them for food. The sky was kind and allowed this, but it asked the people to take only what they needed. Now at first the people were thankful. They took small pieces and shared with their families. But after a while, some people became greedy. They took large pieces of the sky. They grabbed more than they needed and wasted food. They argued and complained instead of giving thanks. The sky grew sad and tired of being treated with disrespect. One day the sky said, I will no longer stay so close to people who do not appreciate what they are given. Slowly the sky began to rise higher and higher. The people reached up and they could no longer touch it. They cried out Sky, please come back. But the sky was already far above them, watching quietly from a distance. From that day on, the sky stayed high in the heavens, reminding people to be grateful for what they have and to treat all gifts with respect. And that's why to this day the sky is far away from the earth. So I want you to think about that. Think about today's lesson, which is be thankful for what you're given. When we take more than we need and forget to show gratitude, we can lose precious gifts. Respect the blessings in your life, those big and small, and they will stay close to your heart. So my friends, remember gratitude brings blessings closer, and respects keeps things near. Thank you for listening today to our short story, to our echoing with fables with Gramps. Now, until next time, keep listening, keep learning, and let these stories echo in your heart. So this is Gramps saying goodbye for now. I'll see you next time.