" Cooper offers interpretations of how the rule is stated in the holy books of Christianity, Buddhism, Islam and other major religions. "Visually energetic paintings and a reassuring story fortify Cooper's (Jewish Holidays All Year Round) assertion (in an author's note) that the Golden Rule is an "underlying moral principle found in almost every religion and culture. Illustrated by Gabi Swiatkowska winner of the Ezra Jack Keats Best New Illustrator Award. Fortunately, following the Golden Rule is something everyone can do, which means that every person-old or young, rich or poor-can be a part of making the world a better place. It's golden because it's so valuable, and a way of living your life that's so simple, it shines." And though it may be a simple rule, it isn't easy to follow. But what does it really mean? And how do you follow it? In this gorgeously illustrated book, a grandfather explains to his grandson that the Golden Rule means you "treat people the way you would like to be treated. This book is a gentle reminder of a timeless rule for parent and child: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.Įveryone knows a version of the Golden Rule.
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