generosity

A town full of unhappy, self-centered people is awakened to the joy of Christmas once again with the help of a stranger named Matthew.

A young boy learns about generosity after his mother brings home a bag of five oranges.

Simple text and illustrations define what it means to be present and describes ways to enjoy life by being more aware of people and events.

Offers that people, regardless of income, available time, age and skills, can help improve the world through giving.

Discusses the benefits of generosity and the many different ways in which people can be generous.

After chasing the special rice cake, Nian Gao, that their mother has made to celebrate the Chinese New Year, three poor brothers share it with an elderly woman and have their generosity richly rewarded.

After his family moves to a new home in the village of Palo Verde, Teo makes new friends and finds himself wanting to know more about the old woman and her granddaughter who live in a shack.