Moral Stories for Children to Teach Important Life Lessons

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Stories hold so much power, and most people take this for granted, don’t you agree? Stories can be spread in many ways, but the most common ones that we all know are passing them down from one generation or person to another or recording them, such as writing them into a book! Nevertheless, most, if not all, stories (should) hold important life lessons that can be instilled in people.

For the parents out there, it is essential to always keep in mind that moral stories are crucial for children. They help develop their level of literacy with every book they read while also having the chance to teach them about meaningful life matters in a way that they can enjoy, hitting two birds with one stone. That doesn’t sound so bad. It sounds like an excellent idea that every parent should commit to for their little one!

Artists doing what they do best

With that said, Catherine Shelby Hale, the woman behind the book entitled “Stories by Grammygirl.” The book consists of a charming collection of tales that inspire young readers through stories that contain valuable life lessons. Along with eye-catching illustrations by artists Gage Kevern, Scarlett Tatton, and Zeta Bsharah, Catherine’s words and their artworks all contribute to vibrant storytelling, where Catherine builds a world that every child can resonate with that also teaches the importance of kindness and the many facets of love that life has to offer us.

Every story is not like the other. Once you open a book, you enter a whole new world of possibilities. Suppose they are books just like the one written by Catherine Shelby Hale. In that case, you and your little one are in for fun and quality time together, strengthening your bond as parent and child and igniting inspiration among children.

If you already have a copy of “Stories by Grammygirl” and are confused about what book to read next with your little one, worry no more because we’ve got you covered. Here are the top five best stories that offer a moral lesson for the little ones:

“The Boy Who Cried Wolf”

“The Boy Who Cried Wolf” is a classic tale about a boy who grew bored while watching the community sheep grazing on the hillside. Out of boredom, he suddenly yells, “Wolf! Wolf!” the villagers worry and run as fast as they can to the top of the hill for fear that a wolf is preying on the sheep when there isn’t. Eventually, the villagers grew tired, and when the real world came along, nobody believed in him anymore. The story’s moral is about the impact of lying and destroying other people’s trust.

“The Milkmaid And Her Pail”

Molly is a milkmaid. Her job is to get milk from the cows and transport the supply to the market so it can be sold. Molly often debates what she should buy with her hard-earned money. She had many options, such as buying a cake, a basket full of strawberries, or a chicken and selling milk and eggs for a profit. Molly became so preoccupied with what she could do with her money that she soon completely forgot about the milk in her pails and was now covered in milk, spilling all over. This story’s moral lesson is that if you plan for your future, especially regarding your achievements, you must also keep your presence in mind.

“The Snowy Day”

Written by Ezra Jack Keats, “The Snowy Day” is an excellent book to read when you want to introduce your little one or teenager to the life of an African-American protagonist. The book illustrates Peter’s journey through a snowbound New York City. It is also an excellent book for parents who seek to instill diversity in their children, where everyone must be respected at all times.

“Black Beauty”

“Black Beauty” is a classic tale that Anna Sewell has written. Full of life lessons, young readers will learn many critical lessons while stepping into the shoes of a black horse as they read the book. This book will show the family the value of hard work, confidence, and friendship. Not only that, but it also showcases the importance of being as gentle and doing good.

“Blueberries for Sal”

Robert McCloskey writes this story to demonstrate to the little ones, the young readers, that despite every person’s differences, every family shares one thing: they all love one another, and even though there are kids who feel like rebels or there are parents who struggle because they feel like raising a rebel, “Blueberries for Sal” is the one to read to give families comfort.

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Those five books mentioned above assure an excellent reading session with the family, which is why we highly recommend them! Out of all these stories, we put Catherine Shelby Hale’s story at the top of the list. So, if you haven’t yet, buy a copy today and start teaching kids important life lessons through these books!