An Important Lesson for People of All Ages
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Chance favors the prepared mind. A lesson that Ahmed learns in one eventful day. A lesson he will build upon for the rest of his life. By overcoming his fears, he spreads his wings and opportunities abound. A lesson for all of us.

-Laurence Levine, Co-Founder and Director of Kids Can Make a Difference (KIDS)
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Dicken's triumph, "Oliver Twist," is an excellent lesson in changing attitudes.  In the mid-1800's, poverty is portrayed as a disease on society and all that goes with it.  Filth, crime, and a profound sense of hopelessness for the poor are vividly portrayed.  In many ways, the same problems are seen today where the poor are often neglected by decisions in government and dismissed as waste by the wealthy.  In both time periods, that perspective has not changed.  Interestingly, Dicken's does describe the reaction of the entire society of London to a murder of a poverty stricken woman.  She falls victim to the consequences of the criminal society she had been born into when she tries for a higher moral standard.  The reaction of the entire London population to the murder is one of absolute outrage and a fierce drive to bring the perpetrators to justice.  I found that reaction an interesting contrast to the all too frequent  murders of women in our poverty stricken ghettos.  Such murders are usually hardly noticed by the media or the public and rarely are solved by our law enforcement.  In that sense, the plight of the poor in our country is worse that that of England over 150 years ago.  And we call ourselves civilized.
  Although "Oliver Twist" is sometime hard to read due the differences in culture and time and the vocabulary of the time, I think anyone with some patience while reading this book will embrace the lessons it offers.  I highly recommend the effort.
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With my experience in parenting,I have discovered that giving children some books that (teach basic life principles) to read is a very powerful tool. They go through the process of learning as they read the book, especially if the book is in a story form like 'Supernatural Hero'. This book is not only for kids, but a great lesson for adults. It is great to be who you are, because that helps people to focus to the great potentials in them. When someone is very busy discovering that they are not what they should be, they waste the time they should use to develop their great talents.
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This story of a broken truth and the secret to peace and happiness is a remarkable tale for children and adults.  Children may not grasp the full meaning of the story, but they may appreciate that it is a child who helps the world.  Adults will find that the simple truth gives them chills.  The watercolor illustrations are as beautiful as the tale.
I bought this book for my friend's birthday.  Once you read it, you, too, will want to share it with those around you.
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This is such a wonderful book for children (and adults) of all ages.  It reminds us of the importance of friendships of those around us and those far away.  It's also a lesson in overcoming preconceived notions about others.  Beautifully written and with whimsical illustrations, it's an absolute pleasure to read!
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A powerful story that more people in our world should hear and listen to.
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"Winning Through Mental Toughness" is a wonderful book for all ages. Though it may be aimed at a young crowd, the lessons taught through this easy to read format are powerful when applied to one's life. I believe that it is vitally important for us to be regularly reminded of the basic fundementals of personal development and the awesome task of commanding our future with the choices that we make on a daily basis. David does a great job helping bring back into focus these simple priciples that we many times overlook in our daily grind. I wish I had read this book when I was a teenager. Get it, read it, and then share it. You'll be glad you did!
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The message in this book is one to take to heart, especially in our society. Everything is more, more, more and what is truly important is overlooked.  The story is very to the point, very well written and really a relevant lesson for any age.
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Emma got to learn something today that most of us wouldnt learn in a lifetime. She learned the process and the reasons behind sprouting.
No, she is not a sunflower.
She is a little girl whose mother teaches her with love and patience. And she will be taking away from her lessons not only the nutritional importance of sprouted seeds and beansshe will have another experience in how much her mother loves her.
Told with sweetness and with the aid of some truly beautifully-drawn pictures, this story not only teaches Emma, but it teaches its readers too. Easy enough for kids to understand, and informative enough for the older folks, it is a book that I recommend for all ages.
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Loved this picture book and teaches such an important lesson about working together in a community.
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This book teaches kids that you should be happy with who you are and that everyone is different.  It's a great lesson for all kids especially in today's society where kids are comparing themselves to everyone else.  A wonderful book for all ages!
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This book is for people of all walks of life: Those who believe in basic human values and wish equality, justice and wellness for all.  It is for parents who want to help their children to fulfill their potentials; for teachers who treat their students with fairness, kindness and dedication; and for students who learn the value of education and the meaning of good citizenship; for immigrants of all ages who might have experienced hardship in their countries of birth through war and social and political turmoil; and finally, it is the story of persistence and determination that one will finally succeed and reach his or her goals if stay hopeful and push forward for a better future by utilizing his or her emotional, social and intellectual capacity to the extent possible.
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This was a very sweet story with a wonderful message. A great way to show children awareness about our invisible senses and teach them about it from a young age. Many people take them for granted and forget how crucial they are in our everyday life. A humbling lesson for kids but as well as for adults. A must read!
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My son is now 5 years old and just starting out in ATA.  Mr. Lucas Taekwon Lee visited his school and taught a class with the little students as well as the older students.  He brought his book.  We read it that night and it is a very good lesson that many have forgotten.  In todays culture it is expected the world meet you have way.  This story teaches of perseverance "Never Give Up."  This is something we need our young people to understand and work hard.  This is what makes a great leader.
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We can all learn something from this beautiful story. Enjoyable for all ages. A great teaching book for students age 8 to senior years.
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Tuesday's with Morrie is a great book that encompasses many valuable lessons that most people don't have the opportunity to learn in a lifetime. One cannot finish this book without feeling some sense of pride in humanity and an urge to do more for others as well as make more of their own life. The story of a man in his last days that wishes to remain optimistic and create a journal of his life through another person is inspiring to us all. May the arteries of friendship forever endow us all and may we all learn from the lessons this wonderful book beholds.
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I had a feeling Brenda Jones "No, I Don't Want to Play Today: An African Tale About Bullying" was going to be touching story. It teaches such an important lesson to those who read it--the lesson of respect. The King of the Jungle Larry the lion bully's and victimizes the other creatures of the jungle and ends up losing all of his friends, due to his actions. Bullying has become a terrifying factor for kids and their peers, causing them to lose self-confidence or their lives. It is important to start teaching kids at a young age that respect and kindness is imperative. Brenda Jones has written a story that teaches empathy and how bullying has its consequences. I recommend this book to any parent or child, and makes for an excellent gift.