The Star Gift

by Flavia Weedn, Lisa Weedn Gilbert

A poor, but kind and unselfish young girl who is all alone in the world is led by the stars to a loving family. The characters are pictured as rabbits.

Genres: Picture Books

48 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1900

Reviews

[Judy · Rating 4 out of 5]

The title page claims that this is 'inspired by a Grimm Fairy Tale,' but it doesn't say which fairy tale, and I don't know the Grimm tales well enough to figure it out for myself. (Maybe someone on Goodreads will fill me in ... I hope.)

The gentle art and tale make for a good bedtime read. The moral: Good deeds are rewarded.

[Onnalee Lach · Rating 4 out of 5]

A young girl without a family is out wandering. She hopes to get to the city so she'll be able to find a place to work and earn money. On the way, she is stopped by people who ask her for her things. Unselfishly, the girl gives up her things until she's left with no food and nothing but an apron. Eventually, she can no longer continue. Her journey almost ends, but she is awoken when many stars light up a path for her. The girl follows the path to a house where she meets a family. The story becomes a little magical when we find out that this family had been praying for a little girl when she showed up. At the end of this book, we're comforted with the idea that you are rewarded for your kindness, regardless of how difficult it feels at times.

I gave this book four stars. I really like the lesson of this story. It plants the idea that there's always hope and that you should do things for others even when it is hard. The girl in this book went above and beyond, literally giving until she had nothing. However, she was rewarded greatly. The stars led her to a family who had been dreaming of someone like her. Not only is the lesson great, but the characters are excellent as well. This book is great for teaching about compassion for others.

[Tori Dunn · Rating 5 out of 5]

My mom bought this book for me when I was 4 years old in the year 2000. Every time I come across this book it takes me back to being a little girl. The moral is to be unselfish and give what you have to others in need, even when you are also in need.

[Gabriella Nohelia · Rating 5 out of 5]

"what radicalized you?"
this.

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love this story! The moral behind it is truly amazing! I'm not exactly sure if this book would be appropriate for school due to different religions and their beliefs, but the concept that giving what you have for those in need and leveled return your way is a very important thing for children to be entered his two very early. The illustrations in this book are beyond beautiful and follow along with the story perfectly. Such a great read even if it can't be used in the classroom.

[Cece · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book to read to children and discuss the true meaning of giving unselfishly.