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A Nigerian Fable on Gratitude
Gratitude can be taught and learned in different ways. "The Hunter and the Antelope" is a fable from Nigeria in which different animals teach the importance of gratitude to a crocodile. The fable is presented by Elder Mellanese in honor of Juneteenth. But the story is interesting and important throughout the year!
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