The AFRICAN AMERICAN GIRL is excited to see the zebras 

A day at the zoo

Layla standing by her bed with sunlight streaming through the window, excitement on her face

Layla woke up with the sun shining through her window. Today was special; she was going to the zoo! She had been looking forward to seeing the zebras for weeks. After breakfast, she hurried her parents along, eager to start the day.

Morning Excitement

Layla in the backseat of the car, animatedly talking with the road visible through the window

The drive to the zoo was filled with Layla's cheerful chatter about animals. She imagined the zebras running in the wild, their stripes blending with the tall grass. Her excitement was contagious, and soon her parents were just as eager to arrive.

The Journey Begins

Layla with her face pressed against the zoo fence, eyes wide and filled with wonder, looking at zebras

Finally, they reached the zebra exhibit. Layla pressed her face against the fence, eyes wide with wonder. She saw the zebras up close, their stripes even more beautiful than she imagined. 'They're amazing!' she exclaimed, her heart full of joy.

Meeting the Zebras

Layla in the car on the way home, looking dreamy and inspired with a zebra plush toy in her arms

On the ride home, Layla couldn't stop talking about the zebras. Her parents smiled, happy to see her so passionate. 'I want to learn more about animals and protect them,' Layla declared. That day, she not only saw her favorite animals but also found a new dream.