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In the smallest state in the U.S.A, known as Rhode Island, a band of remarkable, clay-loving kids have made a name for themselves. Rhode Island may be small, but oh boy, does it pack a punch! Surrounded by beautiful beaches and adorned with charming towns, it's a state that's just as fun-sized as our ceramic-sculpting champs. Now, imagine a whimsical, eccentric character named Claymation Clyde. With a head of hair as wild as an untamed clay monster and glasses as round as pottery wheels, he was as quirky and as lovable as they come. Clyde had a knack for bringing out the best in these Rhode Island kids. Under his care, the tiniest of fingers could mold the mightiest of clay dragons, and the shyest of kids could command an army of clay minions. Every day, in a magical ceramics studio nestled between a legendary lighthouse and a legendary donut shop (you haven't had donuts until you've tried a Rhode Island donut!), these kids would unite. With Claymation Clyde leading the charge, they'd dive headfirst into their favorite activity: creating enchanting, delightful, sometimes hilarious, but always mind-blowing ceramics! This bunch of Ceramics Crusaders, each a master of the muddy arts, would transform simple lumps of clay into masterpieces that would take your breath away. Their creations ranged from extravagant extraterrestrial beings to miniature models of Narragansett Bay. These Rhode Island kids were living proof that when imagination meets clay, the possibilities are endless and absolutely magical!