While the third story is fine, it is the first two stories that really shine. Both are incredibly kind and ‘good’ stories that we believe any parent would be happy to let their child read. There is a lot of focus on seeing the value in people, each of who is created in God’s image. We won’t spoil very much of the short content here, but both involve kindness to those in need and seeing people and situations in a different and better way. They also show laziness, lying and immorality in a negative light consistently. The first is set during Christmas and provides a nice option to bring out during preparation for this beautiful season. These stories will delight readers who enjoy titles from this “simpler time”.

While we didn’t mark it as a Christian title, there are a few instances of content that shows our faith in a favorable light. One of the best comments comes in the first story, “but God knew and when the time came He remembered Patty and sent her the help she so desperately needed. Sometimes when we least expect it a small cross proves a lovely crown”. After she receives an incredible blessing we hear that she strives to say her prayers, but can’t find words beautiful enough to express her gratitude. At one point going to church is mentioned as a privilege.

Later we read about a child who “by cheerfully taking whatever comes, by being helpful and affectionate to all, and by wasting no time in daydreaming about what may happen, but making each day a comfort and a pleasure to yourself and others”. We see references to “doing unto others” and “Love your neighbors as yourself”.

This is one we feel very confident in Recommending.