We’ve all heard the age old line “my dog ate my homework” but if you’re from Gatlinburg, Tennessee your teacher might actually believe you if your excuse is “a bear stole my backpack.” Thankfully the kid seemed to be entertained by the theft and colored markers and Elmers glue sticks are replaceable:

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