THE BAD HABIT
Margaret Konadu

Ama loved reading and playing.But she had one problem: she often bit her nails.

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Ama’s mother noticed and said, “Biting nails is not healthy, dear.”Ama promised to try to stop.

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The first day was hard.Ama kept forgetting and bit her nails a few times.

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Her mother told her to get busy with drawing or playing.Ama drew colorful pictures whenever she felt the urge.

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Ama also wore a small bracelet to remind her not to bite her nails.She checked it every time she felt the habit coming.

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She told her friends about her goal.They encouraged her to stop.

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The following week, Ama noticed her nails were healthier and stronger.She felt proud of herself.

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Sometimes she slipped, but she did not give up.Every day, she tried a little harder.

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Ama learned that stopping a bad habit takes patience. She smiled knowing she could overcome challenges.

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Now, Ama enjoys drawing, reading, and playing without biting her nails.She whispers, “I can do anything if I try!”

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THE BAD HABIT
Author - Margaret Konadu
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Language - English
Level - First paragraphs