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Ariya's Adventure

Once upon a time, in a small town in New Jersey, lived a 9-year-old girl named Ariya. She had beautiful dreads that reached down to her shoulders and very light skin that sparkled in the sunlight. Ariya's mom, Janel, was a boss chick who knew how to handle anything that came her way. She worked hard to support her family and even stood up to debt collectors when they came knocking on their door.

A 9-year-old girl with dreads and very light skin, sparkles in the sunlight with dreads and light skin, A strong and confident mom, known as a boss chick, stands up to debt collectors as a strong and confident mom, debt collectors at the door

One day, Ariya and Janel decided to go on an adventure together. They packed their backpacks with snacks and water, and set off to explore the nearby forest. The trees were tall and lush, creating a canopy of shade. Ariya could hear the chirping of birds and the rustling of leaves beneath her feet.

A 9-year-old girl with dreads and very light skin, sparkles in the sunlight and A strong and confident mom, known as a boss chick, stands up to debt collectors going on an adventure in a forest, tall trees and chirping birds

As they walked deeper into the forest, Ariya noticed a small, hidden path that led to a mysterious cave. Curiosity got the best of her, and she tugged on Janel's sleeve, urging her to follow. Inside the cave, they discovered a hidden treasure chest filled with sparkling jewels and ancient artifacts. Ariya's eyes widened with excitement, and Janel smiled proudly at her daughter's discovery.

A 9-year-old girl with dreads and very light skin, sparkles in the sunlight finding a hidden path and a treasure chest in a cave, sparkling jewels and ancient artifacts

With the treasure chest in hand, Ariya and Janel made their way back home. They decided to use the jewels to help others in need. They donated some to a local charity and used the rest to start a scholarship fund for underprivileged children. Ariya felt a warm sense of fulfillment, knowing that she had made a difference in the lives of others.

A 9-year-old girl with dreads and very light skin, sparkles in the sunlight and A strong and confident mom, known as a boss chick, stands up to debt collectors using the jewels to help others, donating to a charity and starting a scholarship fund

From that day forward, Ariya and Janel continued to go on adventures together, exploring new places and helping those in need. They became known as the dynamic duo, spreading kindness and joy wherever they went. Ariya's dreads and light skin became symbols of her strength and compassion, inspiring others to follow in their footsteps.

A 9-year-old girl with dreads and very light skin, sparkles in the sunlight and A strong and confident mom, known as a boss chick, stands up to debt collectors as the dynamic duo, spreading kindness and joy, A 9-year-old girl with dreads and very light skin, sparkles in the sunlight's dreads and light skin as symbols of strength and compassion

Reflection Questions

  • How did Ariya and Janel use the jewels they found in the treasure chest?
  • What did Ariya's dreads and light skin become symbols of?
  • How did Ariya feel when she made a difference in the lives of others?

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