Growing up in the modern world, our children have to cope with an ever-increasing amount of stress, which can have a negative impact on their development and happiness. The ancient wisdom of Buddhism, with its emphasis on peace, mindfulness and compassion, is the ideal basis for helping any child to face these challenges with inner confidence and calm.
Building on the age-old art of storytelling, this beautiful treasury re-tells 55 ancient Buddhist tales in a way that is thoroughly fun and accessible to children. The stories will transport children into an imaginary world of enlightenment and discovery where they will meet delightful characters, like the Kind and Wise Stag and the Grateful Bull, and discover easy-to-understand Buddhist messages.
With an introduction to Buddhism and the Buddha, story summaries and meditations to try at home, this book will help children think about how they can apply values such as patience, perseverance, honesty and generosity to their own lives. Featuring superb, full-page illustrations and a beautiful ribbon, this treasury makes an ideal gift for any child.
Kids will love this hilarious fairy tale adventure packed with clever twists, familiar characters and page-turning fun.
The second book in a fabulous new magical, middle-grade series filled with adventure, wonder and wildness,
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Dharmachari Nagaraja has been a practising Buddhist since 1988 and was ordained into the Western Buddhist Order in 1993. He is an experienced broadcaster. Now living in Glasgow, he works as a psychotherapist. He is the author of Buddha at Bedtime (Watkins).
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