Publisher's Synopsis
How do children learn to be good and wise? Through stories that inspire and teach them. This book, written by a 19th-century educator, offers a collection of short tales, dialogues, and poems that aim at cultivating children's characters and intellects. The stories deal with virtues such as kindness, honesty, perseverance, courage, and patriotism, and they are written in a simple and lively style that appeals to young readers. This book is an ideal resource for parents, teachers, and librarians who want to instill in children the love of reading and the love of goodness.
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