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In this retelling of a Jewish folktale, Yankel does not realize the harm done by the stories he spreads, at least not until the rabbi teaches him an important (albeit gentle) lesson.
Quick Summary
A classic Jewish folktale weaves a gentle lesson about the power of words, with a mischievous main character who learns that spreading stories is like releasing feathers into the wind. Kids will giggle at how Yankel's careless gossip creates a feather-filled catastrophe that he must personally clean up, making the message stick without feeling preachy. If your kid loves "The Boy Who Wouldn't Swim Who Wouldn't Swim Cried Wolf" or "Stone Soup," they'll adore this traditional tale about thinking before speaking. Perfect for young readers in grades K-3 who are beginning to grasp the impact of their words.