“Yes, indeed!” came the answer from all the dolls, even the tiny penny dolls.

“That is why the shell is so beautiful inside!” said Raggedy Ann.  “Those who are unselfish may wear rough clothes, but inside they are always beautiful, just like the shell, and reflect to others the happiness and sunny music within their hearts!”

[Illustration:  The shell speaks]

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