Meeting for the First Time

Jul 10, 2026

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The narrative "Meeting for the First Time" by Yangjee Thokar introduces the protagonist Yangjee, who is relocating to a new home with her mother (Aama) and elder brother (Dai). Upon arrival, Yangjee expresses awe at the new surroundings and inquires about her doll. She encounters a young girl named Lucky, who is shy and remains silent when spoken to. Yangjee attempts to engage Lucky in conversation, asking about her favorite food and name, but Lucky's reticence leaves Yangjee wondering about her new acquaintance. The presence of the landlady facilitates the introduction, revealing Lucky's name and her shy disposition. Despite Lucky's quiet nature, Yangjee desires to form a friendship. The arrival of Yangjee's doll through the window elicits a joyful reaction from Yangjee, who dances with it. The story highlights themes of initial shyness, the desire for friendship, and the nuances of forming new connections in an unfamiliar environment. The narrative uses simple language and includes familial terms like 'Aama' (mother), 'Dai' (big brother), and 'Nani' (little girl in Nepali), adding a layer of cultural context. The illustrations accompanying the text visually represent the characters and their interactions, enhancing the storytelling experience.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryStory & Novel

FormatPDF

Pages14

Reading Time22 min

AccessFree to download

Meeting for the First Time

Characters

Yangjee

Aama

Dai

Lucky

Setting

Plot Summary

Themes

FAQs

Who are the main characters in "Meeting for the First Time"?

The main characters are Yangjee, her mother (Aama), her elder brother (Dai), and a shy girl named Lucky. The landlady also makes an appearance to introduce Lucky.

What is Yangjee's initial reaction to her new home and Lucky?

Yangjee is impressed by the big windows of their new home. When she sees Lucky, she wants to talk to her but is surprised by Lucky's shyness and silence.

How does Yangjee try to make friends with Lucky?

Yangjee tries to engage Lucky in conversation by asking her name and what her favorite food is. When Lucky remains silent, Yangjee wonders why, but still wants to be friends with her. She also tries to ask Lucky what she likes to play.

What event brings joy to Yangjee at the end of the story?

Yangjee's doll, referred to as 'Nani' by Dai, is brought to her through the window, making her dance happily with it.

Jul 10, 2026

Uploaded by Eden