The Golden Rule

Written by Ilene Cooper · Illustrated by Gabi Swiatkowska

A grandfather guides his grandson in living by a universal rule.

5.0/7 Bookroo expert·4.1/5 Goodreads · 574 ratings

32 pages· 701 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· AD490L

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Bookroo's summary

A grandfather shares a timeless principle with his grandson, teaching him how to apply this universal rule to everyday life. As they explore its meaning, the boy learns how this simple yet profound guideline can shape his actions and interactions. Will he embrace this wisdom and transform his world? Discover the journey of understanding and growth as they navigate the challenges of living by the golden rule.

From the publisher

Grandpa explains that the golden rule is a simple statement on how to live that can be practiced by people of all ages and faiths, then helps his grandson figure out how to apply the rule to his own life. 20,000 first printing.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 701
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD490L

Themes & topics

Books about grandparents Books about kindness Books about values and virtues Books about social themes Books about the golden rule

What readers & critics say

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“The illustrations in this book are absolutely gorgeous! It's not a story, more of a lecture on the golden rule, but it brings it to a child's level, gives a host of examples and follows a very plausible way a child might learn about the golden rule—from an elder. I also really enjoyed that the book shows that the golden rule exists in one form or another through a host of religions and cultures.”

Marmee

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