Books That Build Character

A Guide to Teaching Your Child Moral Values Through Stories

This book provides in-depth reviews of a wide range of children's literature, indicating what qualities each book reinforces. Organized by type of book and appropriate age, it will make library visits much more fruitful.

This is a family guide to classic novels, contemporary fiction, myths, and legends, science fiction and fantasy, folktalkes, Bible stories, picture books, biographies, holiday stories and other books that celebrate virtues and values.

There are more than 300 titles to choose from, each featuring a dramatic story and memorable characters who explore moral ground and the difference between what is right and what is wrong.

Entries are arranged by category and reading level. There is something here for all readers, from preschoolers to teenagers, whatever their tastes may be. Each entry features a complete plot summary and publisher information so you can find the book with ease in your local library or bookstore.

Teaching children the difference between right and wrong with stories can speak to children more eloquently than and list of dos and don'ts and can impart moral values as they nuture a child's imagination.