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"A Valentine's Gift for the Princess" tells the story of a prince searching for the perfect Valentine's gift for a princess. Advised to give her a beautiful, loving, and invaluable heart, he initially chooses a diamond heart and then a cake, but realizes neither is quite right. He finally finds a blind dove whose beautiful singing stems from its loving heart. The princess cherishes the dove, appreciating its inner beauty over material gifts, teaching children about the true meaning of love and value.

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"Where the Sparks Go" tells the story of a cat and dog debating the fate of sparks flying up the chimney. A curious spark claims they become stars, but the cat dismisses this as foolish, believing they simply disappear. Despite the cat's skepticism, the spark persists in its belief and flies up the chimney. Intrigued, the cat and dog venture outside to see if the spark's claim is true, leaving the story open-ended and inviting reflection on the power of belief and the allure of the unknown. This encourages children to consider different perspectives and the magic of possibilities.

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"Mr. Fox Cuts the Cottontails" tells the story of Mr. Fox's attempt to improve his reputation by hosting a dinner for the woodland creatures. However, Susie and Jimmie Cottontail's tardiness and carelessness lead Mr. Dog to the party, spoiling the event and causing chaos. Mr. Fox, frustrated, blames the Cottontails' short ears and visible tails for their misfortune and decides to exclude them from future gatherings. The story illustrates the themes of reputation, unintended consequences, and the dangers of being easily tracked, showing why Cottontails are often left out of wood-folk events.

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"The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes" follows a plump squirrel and his wife, Goody, as they gather nuts for winter. When other squirrels mistakenly accuse Timmy of stealing, they trap him in a tree, where he falls into a cozy burrow inhabited by a chipmunk. Overfed and trapped, Timmy grows even fatter while Goody searches for him. She discovers Timmy's secret hideaway, and eventually, Timmy escapes, learning a lesson about honesty and the importance of a secure nut store. The story teaches children about the consequences of false accusations, the value of perseverance, and the amusing side of overindulgence.

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"The Gnome" is a tale of bravery and deceit. A king's daughters vanish after eating a forbidden apple, prompting a quest for their rescue. Three brothers set out, but only the youngest proves worthy. He earns the trust of a gnome who reveals the princesses' location in a deep well and warns of his brothers' treachery. The younger brother rescues the princesses, but his envious brothers betray him, leaving him trapped. Saved by the gnome's people, he exposes his brothers' lies and wins the hand of the youngest princess. The story teaches about honesty, courage, and the consequences of envy.

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"The Little Plant" tells the story of Sprout, a tiny seed with a big dream, buried deep within the soil of a magical garden. Encouraged by the sunshine and raindrops, Sprout bravely grows upwards, breaking through the earth to discover a vibrant world filled with colorful flowers, swaying trees, and friendly insects. As Sprout thrives, it becomes a beautiful part of the garden, showing how every seed holds the promise of a wondrous adventure and the joy of belonging. This story is perfect for teaching children about perseverance, the beauty of nature, and the importance of embracing new experiences.

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Gepetto carves a wooden puppet, Pinocchio, who magically comes to life. Eager to learn, Pinocchio is often distracted, selling his schoolbook for a puppet show and later being tricked out of money meant for Gepetto. He lies, causing his nose to grow, and is turned into a donkey for skipping school. After being swallowed by a shark, he reunites with Gepetto. Upon returning home and hearing the fairy is ill, Pinocchio selflessly gives his money to her. As a reward for his kind heart, the fairy transforms him into a real boy, and they live happily ever after.

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Lisa and Aina find a worm on a raspberry and, unlike their brother Otto, they carefully save it. Lost in the woods, they receive magical food, beds, and coffee. They encounter the Raspberry King, a kind old man who reveals he was the worm they saved. He rewards their kindness with bracelets, a pin for Otto reminding him to be kind, and baskets of raspberries for their big sister. This teaches them the value of compassion and that even the smallest acts of kindness can bring great rewards.

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Little May wishes for a magic bracelet like one in a story she read. Instead, a fairy box appears under her pillow every night, rewarding good behavior with delightful gifts and punishing misdeeds with unpleasant experiences. Through these experiences, May learns to control her actions and think of others. Eventually, the box disappears, replaced by a magic bracelet that pricks her when she is about to do wrong. She finally glimpses the fairy, confirming her existence and rewarding May's transformation into a kind and thoughtful girl.

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The animals, inspired by the human tradition, decide to have their own Christmas tree. The lion calls a meeting where each animal chooses a gift to hang on the tree. However, the pig's desire for mud and the wolf's craving for a lamb cause discord, threatening the Christmas spirit. A lamb offers itself to save the tree, prompting the lion to reject his usual prey. The pig, realizing his selfishness, withdraws his request, and the lion rejects the pig. They then decide to hang images of animals instead, leading to a harmonious celebration. This custom inspires humans to decorate their trees with similar images.