Mika hadn't really thought about all the reading that would be required in school. She wasn't a bad reader, just a reluctant one. Her mind was too busy trying to find stimulation to focus on letters on a page. Like right now.

Mika giggled at the question and held the twig closer to her companion. It seemed silly that Itachi didn't get why Mika was doing this. "I like the sound... and how it feels when I touch different leaves. I take dry ones and rub them in my hands because they're crunchy." Mika also greatly enjoyed puddles and digging in dirt. Imagine her mother's annoyance at having to wash the girl's mucky clothes every day.