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you did something generous for someone. Maybe you gave them some help or some kindness.

When we give to others, they're not the only ones who benefit. Showing generosity can

strengthen our relationships and make us feel more happy and positive. We're about to

meet a character who believes that being generous is for the birds, until she meets an actual bird

who helps her see things in a whole new light. I'm Rebecca Scherr and welcome to Circle

Round where story time happens all the time. Today our story is called The Parakeets Promise.

Versions of this folktale come from the southeast Asian country of India.

Some really great people came together to bring you our story, including Broadway stars

Lorna Courtney and Shoba Narayan. Lorna Courtney plays the title role in the brand new Broadway

musical and Juliet at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre. And Shoba Narayan is currently starring in the

Broadway production of Aladdin at the new Amsterdam Theatre. So Circle Round everyone,

for The Parakeets Promise.

Their once was a farmer who spent her days hurting her sheep, milking her goats,

and attending her field of millet. Small seed-like grains that grow on tall,

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