Summary: Young Julian has a fear of bicycles. When his best friend Gloria gets a new bike, all Julian wants to do is stay away from it. So, instead of telling Gloria the truth about his feelings, Julian lies, saying he has to work for his dad and can't play with her. But Julian soon learns to face his fears--and confront his lie when he gets his own brand new bike.

Summary: When the king plans to build a grand fountain at his palace, he doesn't realize that it will sap the surrounding village of its water supply. A poor man musters his courage and risks his life to inform the ruler and save his people.

Summary: Serefina, a precocious girl with a big imagination, shares a secret from Grandma to help her little brother.

Summary: This touching story tells of honesty made possible by mutual trust and love. A close-knit Jewish community is seen through the eyes of seven-year-old Zeesie; exhibits great generosity and love at a community celebration.