compassion

When a set of prosperous dots on one page and another set of impoverished dots on the other meet, readers are taken through their struggle to bridge their differences.

"A child recognizes his own humanity, his capacity for doing harm and being harmed, his ability to feel joy and sadness, and his belief in hope and promise to keep learning"--Provided by publisher.

"A ... story about the simplicity of love, the importance of respect and the cultivation of compassion"--Dust jacket flap.

Frightened by news of angry people around the world, a young girl gets her parents' help in learning to be compassionate and brave a little at a time.

This heartwarming picture book story delivers a timeless and timely message about the importance of kindness and generosity. With simple and evocative language, it explores how even small gestures can make a big difference to the strangers or outsiders in a community.

"Takes the words of Psalm 121 and...transforms them into a series of "golden shovel" poems about friendship, compassion, and faith"--Dust jacket.

Explores the moral obligation humans have to animals as a way of achieving a more enlightened society.

Gives Buddhist advice on living in peace with other people.

Outlines twelve steps for enhancing one's compassion and applying it to everyday life; and provides a reading list.

Frightened by news of angry people around the world, a young girl gets her parents' help in learning to be compassionate and brave a little at a time.