a while by rolling the box around. then he released the stars and flung them into the sky. the native americans were delighted. this was some light, though not quite enough.
after a few days, the child asked for the box containing the moon.. again the old chief hesitated but finally the boy got what he wanted. again, after playing awhile with the box, the boy released the moon and flung it into the sky. the tribe members were overjoyed. but still there was not enough light, and the moon disappeared for long periods.
finally, the child asked for the box with the sun. ?no,? said the old chief. ?i cannot give 