She said, "Aunty, look at that cloud. Does it not look like a dog?" Anjali wanted a pet. She eagerly asked for one from her aunt.
"Let me think about it." her aunt replied. Anjali was not satisfied with the response. So she went to her mother and repeated the question.
"Mommy, can I have a pet?"
"A pet?" exclaimed her mother. "Why do you want a pet?"
"I don't know. I just want one." Anjali responded.
"I will think about it," her mom replied.
She was a bit sad but it still gave her some hope. One week passed by, but Anjali kept on asking for a pet. "Mommy, I really want a pet."
"All right, let's say if I gave you permission, what pet do you want?" her mother asked.
"Really, thank you so much!" Anjali started jumping and running around the living room.
"Wait, I did not say yes," her mother reminded.
"I know Mommy," Anjali paused as she was out of breath.
"Well, Mommy, maybe I want a monkey!" Anjali suggested.
"What? A monkey!" her aunt exclaimed. "They need space, trees to climb and they live in a group."
"Mommy, I forgot about all this. I can't have a monkey. It will never be happy with us. Correct, Aunty?"
"Yes, my dear," replied her aunt.
"I want a bird. No, I think I want a fish. Wait, should I get a rabbit? No, a horse would be magical! Perhaps, a turtle? A cute little turtle would be perfect!"
Anjali was out of breath. She was very excited about the idea that she hurried to read about the birds and all the other animals she wanted.
She searched different books and read about animals. Her aunt and mother smiled at each other and decided to give Anjali some time to research.
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The Mighty Mouse
Ricky mouse emerged from his hole and set off for some work. Katie cat spotted him and dashed to catch him.
Halloween Costume Party
Nandu was the first one to reach Soham's house for the Halloween party.
A FAIR EX CHANGE
Mani heard Thatha arguing with his friend as he entered the hall.
Meet the Robotics Marvels
They may look like regular teenagers, but this team of 10 children share a dream of participating in the world's biggest robotics challenge for high schoolers.
THE HOUR OF GHOSTLY VISITS
Bua, our aunt, had come to stay B with us from the village for three days, and I was thrilled because her visits always meant a treasure trove of stories.
THE HOUSE ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE HILL
Twilight was setting in the sky.
SPOOKY NIGHT
It was late at night. Dodo deer was returning to the jungle from the city.
The Taste of Coffee
Ginny goat happily entered a field and was -enjoying the green grass when the owner of the field ran after her with a stick. Ginny ran speedily and hid inside a truck parked on the roadside. She had grazed a lot of grass, so she felt lazy and fell asleep.
Ravana Burst with Pomp and Show
The festival of Dussehra was approaching, so the teachers and students were busy preparing for the three-day fair organised every year on this special occasion in the school. This year the responsibility of staging Ramleela in the fair was given to the students of classes 3rd, 4th, and 5th. On the other hand, the children of classes 6th, 7th and 8th were given the responsibility of making Ravana effigies.
Here Comes Gandhi Baba
\"Bapu, where are you going so early in the morning?\" Gandhi Baba's revolutionary companions in Sky Park asked. He smiled.
