The Adventures of Mali and Keela: A Virtues Book for Children

As Mali, Keela, and Bongo sail the South Seas from Banana Island to Glow-Worm Cave, caring, trust, determination, and peacefulness are just a few of the many virtues they explore along the way.This collection of thirteen beautifully crafted adventure stories captivates the imagination while inspiring children to discover the best within themselves. Each story visits four virtues, so that by the time our heroes sail home at the end of the book, fifty two virtues have been explored. Designed to be read aloud to young listeners, virtues are brought to life in these lively entertaining adventure tales.At the end of each story is an interactive section containing a clear, age appropriate definition of the virtues featured in the preceding story. Thoughtful discussion questions provide the opportunity to draw the child into a meaningful conversation about the story and the virtues presented within. These tools foster a more profound understanding of the virtues, helping children put each vir