Persistence Story for Children
Zacchaeus was a very short man. He was almost shorter than his name! He was a persistent man, however. When he wanted to do something, he took action to make it happen. He might get interference from other people, but he kept at it. He might have to be uncomfortable,
Sincerity for Samuel and Samantha
One bright September day, Samuel and Samantha ran home from school early. “We’re going to make gifts for Grams and Gramps for Grandparents’ Day,” said Samuel. He threw his red jacket on a chair and reached for a big chocolate chip cookie. “To show our sincere love,” added Samantha, hanging
Generous Jerry
Gen-er-ous. Jerry was too little to know that word. It was a big word. He tried again to say it. “What does gen-er-ous mean, Father?” Father smiled. “It means being open with your gifts to people. It is like sharing. You know how to share your toys. When you are
Giant Panda’s Quiet Discretion
“Once upon a time, there was a panda.” The teacher read the words from a big book, and pointed to a picture on the wall. Timmy looked at the picture, and listened as the teacher continued. The panda lived in a zoo. He was a little panda. He was not
Are We There Yet?
Long, long ago, in a kingdom called Earth, a group of mighty princes gathered to decide how they could improve life in the kingdom. One proffered one idea, a second another, etc. They discussed each, noting its merits, but laid them all aside. They wanted something bigger – better. “I’ve
