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Reviewed on October 1, 2019 | Picture Books
PreS-Gr 2—Even the nicest of kids can be tempted to steal, and yet, as Eliza finds out after swiping her class's emerald stone, guilt is an equally powerful motivator. Even though no one notices her take it, her conscience needles her into asking her family whether they've stolen anything. After listening to each response, she comes to understand that even decent people commit minor acts of larceny; they are not rotten thieves, only human. The thing that counts most is how one responds afterward. Bei...Log In or Sign Up to Read More