No!

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Summary

This story follows a young girl named Nosisi who repeatedly resists various requests from an adult, using the simple and firm word No to refuse to come inside, go to the shops, or help with chores. Nosisi consistently prioritizes her desire to play and explore over the suggested activities, showcasing a typical child’s defiance and preference for fun over responsibilities. However, her constant refusals come to an amusing switch when she is offered ice cream, to which she finally responds with enthusiasm. This narrative underscores themes of childhood independence, autonomy, and the humorous persistence of a child's 'no' phase, ultimately reinforcing the importance of patient communication and understanding in parent-child relationships.

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Nosisi, it’s time to stop playing.

Please come inside?

No!

Nosisi, we need to go to the shops.

No!

Look at these beautiful butterflies.

No!

Come help Mama make some rice.

No!

Let’s feed Shakes.

No!

Nosisi it’s bath time…

No!

No No No No! Nonononono…

How about an ice cream?

No!

Oh.
Not no…

Yes!

Yummy. Yummy.

Yay! Yay! Yay!

Nosisi, will you tidy your room?

Hmmmm. Well…okay.

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Originally published by Book Dash under a Creative Commons Licensed BY 4.0. This book can be read for free on https://bookdash.org/books/no! and was created by: Melissa Visser (Designer), Liora Friedland (Writer), Karen Vermeulen (Illustrator), Janita Holtzhausen (Editor)

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