Write about an animal who goes on a journey.

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“Jodi's Day At The Zoo” by Kamela Becker

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The sun was warm when Jodi woke up that fine summer day. She stretched and yawned her sharp teeth sparkling in the sunshine. Outside her enclosure she could hear the keepers preparing the zoo for a new day of visitors. Their voices were distant, happy, opening shops and preparing food. Jodi stretched again, her long spotted tail flicking gently as she gazed about. The sun was just topping the horizon. The new day cast gentle light throughout her enclosure while Jodi sat atop her favorite sleeping branch appreciating the beautiful view. She c...

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“Berry Bunny's Adventure” by D J

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Berry Bunny woke up in her room, in the tall maple tree. She rubbed her eyes and looked around at her brothers and sisters, who were still sleeping soundly.Quietly, she arose from bed and stepped over their furry heads. She opened the small door and slipped out of the room.Berry hopped downstairs to the kitchen, where Mama Bunny was sitting at the long table.“Good morning Mama,” Berry said happily.“Good morning Berry!” Mama said smiling. “You’re awake early.”Berry smiled. “Today is the day Mama!” she said excitedly. “Today is the day I visit...

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“The Happy Rabbit and Her Unusual Friends” by Oracle Ferguson

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Once upon a time there was born a beautiful little rabbit with the brightest of smiles. Her smile was praised by beings of Heaven and Earth. The little rabbit in the warm embrace of her dear mother always smiled and cooed. Soon all the rabbits grew jealous of her and her smile. "What is in her smile that makes everyone love that little rabbit?" said one jealous rabbit one day. "I'll see why that rabbit is so happy all the time." The jealous rabbit hopped in the burrow pretending to be a friend. "Why, little rabbit! you have such a sweet...

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“Chubby Bunny” by Jose Real

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There once was a bunny that had a sweet tooth for cakes and honey. She loved them to the point that they made her cheeks puffy and turned her tummy a tad bit fluffy. All this led to a small(maybe a big) weight gain, which made the islanders of Easter Island make Chubby Bunny her name. Although, she ran and tried her hardest, the weight would not come off like a cursed harness. Oh my, she thought. What’s a girl gotta do? I want to look like Miss Kylie Jenner too! Is it too much to ask? Can I never lose this weight? Why oh why must I indulge m...

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“Shoulders” by Heather Ann Martinez

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Shoulders By Heather Ann Martinez Voices could be heard crying out from the tallest mountain to the deepest cavern. Doubt spread like a merciless virus no one could control or contain. The Master heard the pleas of each one. The Master cried alongside them. The Master sent them a comforter and yet the Master’s children could find no peace. The children struggled. They feared. The children thought they were abandoned from time to time. They could no longer feel the presence of their Master. They eventually stopped trying and if anyo...

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“Cat the cat” by Ahmed Sohail

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Catherine was a stubborn and easily annoyed cat. She would get annoyed by just about everything, from the stale and boring leftover the owners would leave for her to the ugly and small houses that seemed to be the only structure known to builders in the small town that she lived. Her first memory of being annoyed at something goes as far back as when she was a kitten. "We'll call her Catherine" said Mama.She did not like her name but she couldn't protest as she didn't know how to talk yet. The other local cats seemed to love the t...

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“Gone” by Megan Meyerson

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Standing at the entrance to the Tunnels, Mira took the map from her pocket and examined it. It seemed to indicate straight ahead, but steep rock walls rose four hundred feet high on all sides. She remembered what the Healer had said about the difficulty of the journey and felt a sinking sensation in her stomach. Her resolve quailed at the wall before her, but she thought of soaring through the sky in the clear, fresh air of the Above, and her determination strengthened. She put the map back into her pocket, stepped up to the wall in front of...

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“The Adventures of Arthur Mouse ” by Peter Stott

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Arthur very ordinary little brown mouse.Little brown mice are generally somewhat nervous, but Arthur was rather more nervous than most other mice.Arthur lives in a hedgerow growing on the side of a field next to Dumble Wood along with his brothers and sisters plus his many cousins and uncles and aunts. The hedgerow provided everything that a mouse could ever need. Food, Arthur's absolute favourite, hazelnuts, expect, of course, when the blackberries were ripe, then it was a difficult choice. Shelter, a mouse needs shelter almost as it ...

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“My journey to Rahat” by Efrat Rosen

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Before I begin my story, I should introduce myself. My name is Jamil, which means pretty, and I am a camel. I was born in Bedouin tent encampment in the south of Israel, and that's why I have such a name. Until not long ago, I lived with a nice family which used my services... until they decided to move to Rahat city. They were sure I'd be able to live in the desert, just because I'm a camel. How arrogant! So one day, they were just gone as though they were never there! Without even saying goodbye! How cruel of them! and this is after promis...

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“A New Day” by Lauren Oertel

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Today my mom slept in late, ignoring my cries to be let out. After a few minutes I decide to let her stay asleep, holding it until she’s ready. When she finally emerges from her dark dungeon I jump with glee. It’s time to start a new day! What could be more exciting than that?After letting me out into the backyard mom shuffles over to the stove to boil water for her morning drink. I don’t know why she likes hers dark and hot. I prefer the cool and clear drink in my bowl. She pours a cup of kibble into my other bowl and I devour it while also...

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“Where Does the Sun Go?” by LeighAnne Ferreol

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Betty Bat yawned loudly and stretched her wings wide. All around her the other bats were waking up too. Everyone was getting ready, so no one noticed as Betty snuck to the front of the cave. It was her favorite part of the day. She nestled into a hole in the rock and watched. The forest shone beautifully in reds, golds, purples. Each color faded to the next. She could see the first stars peeking out as purple filled more and more of the sky. Sunset. She had heard the humans say this word before. The time the sun disappeared. “Betty, what are...

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“Scot” by Chuck Thompson

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I don’t know where I am.Cat and I were patrolling the yard. Now I am here. Makes no sense. A tad spooky, I think.Dad died 18 months ago, and we all miss him. After about six months, Mom quit crying every day. The rest of us followed suit after a few more weeks. That doesn’t diminish our missing him; it just saves us some energy each day. Energy we can use to patrol the yard or wonder what he’s doing now.Mom told us all that Dad got sick on a plane, went to a hospital in a strange town, spent a few days there, di...

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“Stray Love” by Kathryn P

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Although it was the kind of day that it should have been, it was not snowing, only cold winds blew and the air seemed frosty. I shivered and tried to find a place to stay. Not that there were many in a town like this. I was a stray, no one wanted me, I wanted no one. I was the kind of cat that would attract attention from the loyal dogs. I was chased by them often, and I knew every strategy that a cat could know to get away from them, but teased them and made them think that they had the upper hand in the process. Although my coat was matted...

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“Mole's journey” by Melissa Holewa

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Once upon a time there was a mole that lived on the edge of the forest not to far from a village, one day one of the villagers was smoking his pipe and needed to dispose of the ashes so his old lady wouldn’t catch him. So, he went far from his home near the forest, but not to far from home. He found a near by hole and not thinking twice as he dumped his ashes, not knowing that the only one watching him was a little bird. Down underground the mole was comfortable in his bed asleep, then as he drew breath he awoke to the smell of fire. He rush...

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“Loving Minnie ” by Magnolia Brooks

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~from the perspective of a dog~ I loved Minnie. To me, she was perfect in every way. Minnie was kind and loyal, and she was the prettiest girl I ever saw. Her skin was smooth and clear, and her dark hair was long and wavy. I adored her more than anyone else in the world. I wanted Minnie to be mine and only mine, and I wanted to be Minnie's. I heard the sound of Minnie´s boots just outside the door. She's here! She's here! She's here! She's finally back! I knew she would be back! I just knew it! Oh, she's here! Minnie's here! I inched closer ...

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Write about an animal who goes on a journey.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 69 stories

“Jodi's Day At The Zoo” by Kamela Becker

“Berry Bunny's Adventure” by D J

“The Happy Rabbit and Her Unusual Friends” by Oracle Ferguson

“Chubby Bunny” by Jose Real

“Shoulders” by Heather Ann Martinez

“Cat the cat” by Ahmed Sohail

“Gone” by Megan Meyerson

“The Adventures of Arthur Mouse ” by Peter Stott

“My journey to Rahat” by Efrat Rosen

“A New Day” by Lauren Oertel

“Where Does the Sun Go?” by LeighAnne Ferreol

“Scot” by Chuck Thompson

“Stray Love” by Kathryn P

“Mole's journey” by Melissa Holewa

“Loving Minnie ” by Magnolia Brooks

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