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S1E5 - Arachne the Weaver

Greeking Out from National Geographic Kids

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The Goddess of Craft and Wisdom

Arachni paled at the sight of Athena before her. The Greek saw Athena as the goddess who could turn on your creativity so you saw a way to move forward. Arachni gulped, took a deep breath, and then held her head high defiantly. Who would dare challenge a god? This was a big no-no for the ancient Greeks. But Athena seemed to enjoy Arachni's response. We will have a contest here tomorrow. All are welcome to watch, but only Zeus himself will judge whose work is best. And the loser must promise never to touch a spindle or loom or a single thread again.

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