26th Apr 2025
Once upon a time in a bright, colorful town, lived Benny, a cheerful monkey. Benny loved to collect shiny coins and help his friends. One sunny day, he said, "I want to buy the biggest banana!" His friend, Tia the turtle, smiled and replied, "Let’s check your balance, Benny!"
Benny rushed to the town’s bank. It was a small, friendly place with a big sign that read, 'Benny's Bank'. He climbed up to the counter and asked, "How many coins can I spend today?" The kind banker, Mr. Squeak, looked at his computer and said, "Oh no! You don't have enough. Your available balance is OMR 2.072!"
Benny's ears drooped. "That’s not enough to buy the big banana!" he sighed. Tia piped up, “Don’t worry, Benny! We can find a way!" Benny smiled again, feeling hopeful. Together they thought of ideas right then and there.
They decided to gather fun, shiny things to trade. “Let’s find pretty stones and bright leaves!” suggested Tia. Benny jumped around excitedly, “Yes! I can find the shiniest ones!" They set off on a big, treasure hunt all over the town.
Benny climbed trees and danced on the grass, picking up colorful stones and leaves. Tia crawled slowly, checking every nook. “Look at this!” Benny shouted, holding a sparkly red stone. “It’s perfect!” Tia nodded, her eyes wide. They filled their little sack with treasures they found along the way.
When they brought their treasures back to Benny's Bank, Mr. Squeak smiled and said, “Wow, these are lovely! I can give you some coins for these!" Benny giggled, “Great! Now can I buy the big banana?”
Mr. Squeak began counting the coins. “You now have enough for the banana! Just a few more coins and you can buy it!” Benny couldn’t believe it! Tia cheered him on, “Hooray! You did it, Benny! Let’s go!”
Benny jumped in excitement. “Thank you, Mr. Squeak!” he shouted. They raced to the fruit stand and there it was, the biggest banana ever! Benny's eyes sparkled as he pointed, “That’s the one!”
With coins clasped tightly, Benny bought the banana. He thanked Tia, “You helped me a lot! I couldn’t have done it alone!” Tia smiled wide, “Let’s share it together!" They shared the banana, feeling happy and full of joy.
From that day on, Benny learned that having fun, friends, and a little creativity could make every day amazing. And whenever he heard the phrase “not enough coins,” he chuckled, knowing adventure was always around the corner.