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It's Christmas Eve, and Leland Jeppson's hope is gone. Struggling to get by in their rustic homestead, he had at least wanted to give his family a special Christmas. But with a blizzard blowing in and the train bearing their gifts no where in sight, it seems Christmas is just one more thing they'll have to do without. But as dusk falls, the Jeppsons' packages unexpectedly arrive at the post office in the not-so-nearby town. Half-blind postman George...

Twenty years ago Conari Press published a little book called Random Acts of Kindness. The idea was simple: by sharing stories of everyday acts of generosity and concern, we might inspire a kindness revolution. Judging from the responses we get, we were right! There's comfort in reading about how we take care of each other, and it's so simple to do. Help a neighbor with an odd job. Stop to give someone directions. Cook something for a sick friend....

Drift a plain snowman, dreams of a stylish hat, scarf, and carrot nose, but when the weather changes and a blizzard rolls in, he is faced with a difficult choice.

"This beautiful picture book looks at how the simple act of being kind, to others and oneself, affects all aspects of a child's life."--

"After Sunday quits being a day of the week, the other days of the week try out all sorts of candidates, until an act of kindness reminds them all that a little appreciation can go a long way"--

"Make miracles happen for yourself and others. It's easy. Just open your mind and your heart. There are so many ways that you can help--and it turns out the biggest beneficiary may be you! Scientific studies have shown that "doing good" is not only good for the recipient of the good deed, but also for the person doing it, making that person happier and healthier. So dive into these 101 stories of kindness, from the everyday to the extraordinary. If...

"Angela C. Santomero, the creator, executive producer, and head writer of many of today's most popular educational children's shows believes in the radical power of kindness, on her shows, and in her life. Inspired by her mentor Fred Rogers, beloved host of the classic, award-winning PBS show Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, Angela has dedicated her life to teaching others that when you treat yourself and others with warmth, empathy, and respect, life...

Go from making an impression to an impact. Six simple lessons modeled by an uneducated man were powerful enough to produce a Ph. D., a judge, an orthopedic surgeon, and a lifetime of wisdom. -- Pub.

Tiring of a bossy teacher's pet in his class, Little Critter discovers that his classmate can actually be a good friend and a worthy contributor during a big baseball game.