Amara was nine years old. She went to
Kerema primary school. Her favorite
subjects were English, Science and
Social Studies. She wanted to be a
lawyer when she grew up. Amara
loved animals very much.
Amara lived with her mother, Margy.
She was a very hardworking farmer.
Amara's father died when she was 5
years old.
When Amara was not at school,
she spent her time with Mbisa, the
goat. She cleaned and fed it.
Amara also had her pet, Simba. Her
mother did not like dogs very much,
but she let Amara keep Simba.
Whenever Simba disturbed her, she
would shout, "Go away before I kick
you out." Amara felt sad.
One Saturday, they had visitors from
the women's group. Amara was happy
that her mother's friends had come
with their children. They could play
football.
Her mother had prepared the food
that the group liked. Amara was
reminded by her mother to keep
Simba locked up. It barked at
strangers.
Amara did not hear her mother calling
because they were busy playing.
When Amara went to the house, she
called Simba out. Simba was very
obedient to Amara. After the meal, the
visitors said, "We'll also treat our dogs
well like Amara. We mistreat them and
yet they are so helpful."
Afterwards, Amara's mother
apologised for being mean and cruel
to Simba. Amara was happy that her
mother accepted her dog at last. When
Amara is in school her mother feeds
Simba. Her mother's friends have
learned to be good to their dogs.
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