INSIDE THE STORY Inside the story: in. This wasn’t because he was a particularly naughty or troublesome duckling, but because he simply didn’t look the part. He was a bit gangly, his feathers were all out of sync, and his quack sounded like a honking hiccup. Unlike his fluffy, adorable siblings and the rest of […]
The Lion and the Mouse by Aesop
INSIDE THE STORY: An Unlikely Encounter: Once upon a time, in a jungle that was as wild as it was wonderful, lived a tiny mouse named Max. Max had dreams bigger than himself, which wasn’t saying much since he was, well, mouse-sized. One sunny afternoon, as Max was exploring his usual haunts, he stumbled upon […]
Ferdinan written by Munro Leaf
INSIDE THE STORY: Ferdinand: The Peaceful Bull: In the sunny hills of Spain, a young bull named Ferdinand found himself quite unlike his rambunctious peers. While the other bulls spent their days clashing heads and running wild, Ferdinand preferred the simple joys of sitting quietly under his favorite cork tree, savoring the sweet scent of […]
The Adventures of Robin Hood written by Howard Pyle
INSIDE THE STORY: Introduction to Robin Hood and His Merry Men: The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood by Howard Pyle tells the legendary tale of Robin Hood, a nobleman turned outlaw, who becomes the hero of Sherwood Forest. Robin, formerly known as Robert O’Locksley, is famous for his exceptional archery skills and his noble mission […]
Book Summary: The Sword in the Stone – T.H. White
INSIDE THE STORY: Meet Arthur: The Boy Who Would Be King: Arthur isn’t your typical hero. He starts off as a simple peasant boy, probably with a knack for getting into trouble and dreaming big dreams. His days are spent roaming the countryside, dodging chores and imagining a life beyond his village. He’s like that […]
Book Summary: The Boy from Block 66 written by Limor Regev
INSIDE THE BOOK: About the book The Boy From Block 66 written by Limor Regev The Boy From Block 66 by Limor Regev tells the extraordinary story of Moshe Kessler, a Jewish boy whose childhood was interrupted by the Holocaust. Imagine growing up in the scenic Carpatho-Russia, where your biggest worries were about what games […]
Book Summary: Sold on a Monday by Kristina McMorris
INSIDE THE BOOK: About the book Sold on a Monday written by Kristina McMorris Welcome to the 1930s, folks, where the stock market has crashed harder than your WiFi during a thunderstorm, and everyone’s tightening their belts tighter than your grandma’s hug after you’ve been away for a while. In Kristina McMorris’s novel Sold on […]
Book Summary: The Happiest Man on Earth: The Beautiful Life of an Auschwitz Survivor written by Eddie Jaku
INSIDE THE BOOK: About the book the story The Happiest Man on Earth Eddie Jaku’s book, “The Happiest Man on Earth,” is a profound yet surprisingly light-hearted account of his incredible journey through the darkest period of human history. Captured during Kristallnacht and sent to horrific places like Buchenwald and Auschwitz, Eddie’s story is one of […]
Book Summary: Things we Never Got Over by Lucy Score
INSIDE THE BOOK: About the book Things we Never Got Over ( Knockmount Book 1) written by Lucy Score Things We Never Got Over” by Lucy Score explores themes of love, self-discovery, and the strength of beginning again in a compelling and endearing story. The plot, which is set in the quaint little hamlet of […]
Book Summary: Principles written by Ray Dalio
INSIDE THE BOOK: About the book Principles written by Ray Dalio Ray Dalio’s “Principles” is a comprehensive guide to rational thinking and effective decision-making. Dalio’s central thesis is that seeking the truth is paramount to making sound decisions, and that ego and emotion are the main obstacles to uncovering that truth. One of the key […]