

Lily wanted to buy a new doll. She saw a pretty doll with long hair and a pink dress in the shop. But the doll was expensive. It cost ten dollars. Lily only had five dollars.
She asked her mom, "Can I have the doll, please?"
Her mom looked at the price tag and shook her head. "I'm sorry, Lily, but the doll is too expensive. We don't have enough money for it."
Lily felt sad. She really liked the doll. She wondered how she could get more money.
Her mom saw her sad face and hugged her. "Don't worry, Lily. You can save up your money and buy the doll later. You can do chores at home and earn some coins. You can also ask grandma and grandpa if they have any work for you. They might give you some money too."
Lily nodded. She liked the idea of earning money. She wanted to work hard and buy the doll. Her mom encouraged her. "You can do it, Lily. You are a smart and helpful girl. I'm proud of you."
Lily smiled. She felt better. She thanked her mom and gave her a kiss. She decided to start saving her money today. She hoped to buy the doll soon. She thought the doll would be happy to have her as a friend. She measured the doll with her hand. It was about twelve inches tall. She thought that was a good size for a doll. She said goodbye to the doll and left the shop with her mom. She looked forward to seeing the doll again.
