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The next morning, Maya sighed and plopped down at her desk as Mr. Smith walked in. “Mr. Young think s that I wasted my time by planting my garden! Mrs. Young said the sunflowers won’t grow. They were not nice to me,” said Maya. “When the first sunflower sprout s, don’t be surprised if he want s to help,” said Mr. Smith. Maya shook her head. “Grandma Bea helps me! I don’t need help from anyone else.” 9