First published 1996
Children discover the meaning of courage, honesty, and kindness through beloved stories that have taught values for generations. A young boy learns about responsibility when he must care for his family's farm. A girl finds the strength to tell the truth even when lies seem easier. Friends work together to help their community during difficult times. Each tale shows children facing real choices between right and wrong. The stories come from many traditions and cultures, bringing together fables, folktales, and classic literature. Parents and children can read together as characters learn that doing the right thing often requires sacrifice. The book shows that virtue grows through practice and that small acts of goodness matter. These timeless stories help young readers understand that character develops through the choices we make every day.
Genres: family, christian-fiction, childrens, inspirational
Vibes: inspirational, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, moral-dilemmas
112 pages · Hardcover · Simon & Schuster Trade