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17 For the next few weeks, Maya tended the sunflowers. On the last day of school, Mr. Smith spoke to the class. “We are very proud of everyone’s work. We were surprised by the big changes in each block. Now our neighborhood looks great!” He nodded to Maya. “Mr. Green goes through the neighborhood every day to give out ribbons. I think he is coming to your block today.” “There’s nothing to worry about,” said Maya. “My garden looks beautiful.”