The Quiet Bell
Clang, clang, clang goes Gus's shiny silver bell. Butterflies scatter, birds fly off, frogs dive. Why won't anyone stay?
A gentle lesson about volume and belonging. Ends with Gus tinkling soft goodnights as the stars come out.
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