One story.
One good conversation.
Choose a story, read it together and leave room for your child’s answer. These questions are starting points for a conversation, not a test.
Three complete stories, with questions and space to write or draw. Three black-and-white US Letter pages; print one story or the whole set. No internet needed after downloading.
Make room for the story.
- Let your child choose one of the stories below.
- Read it aloud together. Pause when something catches their attention.
- Ask one question. Allow a little quiet before asking another.
- Connect the choice in the story to something familiar at home.
Three stories to begin.
The Broken Cart
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Steve and Kynthos find their road blocked by a farmer’s broken cart. Their grandfather helps them notice the choices they still have.
- What couldn’t the boys change? What could they choose?
- When has a plan changed unexpectedly for you?
- What is one helpful thing you could do next time?
The Bread for the Stranger
Read the complete story · virtuecoded.com/stories/4/
Steve is looking forward to his warm loaf of bread. Then he notices a hungry traveler.
- Why might sharing have been difficult for Steve?
- What do you notice about someone who needs help?
- What is something small you could share today?
The Broken Bowl
Read the complete story · virtuecoded.com/stories/6/
An accident breaks Steve’s favorite bowl. Anger makes the moment harder for both brothers.
- What did Steve do when he felt angry?
- How did his grandfather help him notice what was happening?
- What helps you pause before deciding what to do?
After another adventure.
The Lightwatch Brothers and the Snow Leopard begins with two brothers arguing over who is braver. After reading the book, ask: Can you be afraid and brave at the same time? When does staying together help?
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