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Once upon a time, in 1789, there was a big 

meeting in Philadelphia. The men were making 

a very important document. It was called the 

U.S. Constitution. They needed a good way to 

restructure the government. A man named 

John Locke had pioneered an idea of 

separation of powers many years before. Our 

founding fathers used this idea in creating our 

government as we know it today. 

This is where we begin our story. Muffin Fluffly, 

a 14 year old boy in Boston, wanted to 

propose a new law under the young 

Constitution. He took a trip to Philadelphia with 

his parents. Upon arriving, Muffin went directly 

to the building where the newly appointed 

Congress was in session. 

"Greetings, gentlemen. Could I ask a favor?" 

Muffin requested.

"And what type of favor might that be?" said a 

funny-looking man. 

"I would like to propose a law. Everyone is required 

by law to own a baby turtle!" Muffin exclaimed. 

"This will help the turtle population to thrive in our 

great country."

Silence fell in the room. 

"Well, son, I admire your enthusiasm to help protect 

an awesome species. But we as Congress are only 

the first part of the law-making process," funny-

looking-man said. 

"What else do I have to do?" Muffin questioned.

Another man spoke up. "If we pass the proposed 

law, it gets passed onto the President, George 

Washington," he explained. "If good ol' George 

approves it, the Supreme Court will determine 

whether the law is Constitutional or not." 

"Boy, I'm beginning to doubt whether this will work or not..." 

Muffin trailed off in deep thought.

"Don't worry about it," funny-looking-man reassured. "The 

sky's the limit."

"Enough of this talk," a congressman said. "Let's vote and see 

if we can save the turtles!"

"Those in favor of requiring all Americans to own a baby 

turtle, say yea." funny-looking-man declared.

A chorus of "yeas" arose from the room.

"All in favor of rejecting the law, say nay."

Not a sound was heard except for a small rustling of papers.

"Well, men, I believe we have approved this law! 

Congratulations, Muffin." 

"Thank you, sir," Muffin gratefully replied.

"Mr. Madison, you are in charge of writing this up and sending 

it to the President," funny-looking-man ordered.

Muffin Fluffly left, overjoyed that his law was well on its way. 

But he also had a call to make to his master, Lord Sniffles.

"Master, I have executed the first part of our plan to 

perfection. Phase Two is now in effect," Muffin whispered.

"Excellent. Well, done, my servant," the raspy voice of Lord 

Sniffles replied.

You see, Muffin Fluffly had a special reason for requesting this 

law. Baby turtles are especially fond of vegetables, exactly 

what Muffin and Lord Sniffles wanted to rid America of. 

"No more vegetables!" Muffin cackled. "I will be famous 

among children for centuries to come."

A week later, George Washington was 

interrupted by a messenger. 

"Sir. I have a new law that was passed by 

Congress. They would like you to approve it as 

well."

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