Girl Called Norah

Jul 17, 2026

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This story, titled "Girl Called Norah," follows a young girl named Norah and her profound affection for her doll, Selah. Norah cherishes Selah, playing with her daily and sleeping with her each night, highlighting the deep bond between child and toy. The narrative takes a turn when Norah becomes distressed upon realizing she cannot find Selah, initiating a search throughout her home. Unbeknownst to Norah, her mother had taken Selah to be washed, a fact that heightens Norah's anxiety. The story emphasizes the emotional impact of losing a treasured possession, particularly for a child. The resolution comes in the evening when Norah's mother returns the thoroughly cleaned doll, restoring Selah's pristine appearance to that of a new toy. This narrative offers a simple yet poignant exploration of childhood attachment, the emotional experience of loss, and the comfort of parental care and resolution. The story is presented in English, with credits to Annet Ssebaggala for writing and translation, and Melany Pietersen for illustrations. It is part of the African Storybook Initiative, allowing for free commercial use and adaptation under copyright and author credit conditions.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryStory & Novel

FormatPDF

Pages14

Reading Time22 min

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The Missing Doll

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FAQs

Who is the main character in the story?

The main character is a young girl named Norah, who deeply loves her doll.

What is the name of Norah's doll?

Norah's doll is named Selah, and she is very attached to it.

Why was Norah upset?

Norah was upset because she couldn't find her doll, Selah, anywhere, which caused her great worry.

What did Norah's mother do with the doll?

Norah's mother took Selah to wash her, hanging her outside to dry.

How did the story end?

The story ended with Norah's mother returning the very clean doll to her, making Selah look like new.

Jul 17, 2026

Upload by Hazel