Plots and Themes in Children's Literature

May you find meaning and enjoyment in all the stories you read and share.


Think positive : The Little Engine that Could by Waty Piper
A Fox will always be a fox : Dr. De Soto by William Steig
Be careful what you wish for : King Midas and the golden touch
Be careful what you wish for : Sylvester and the magic Pebble by William Steig
Don't let your curiosity get the best of you : Pandora's Box
Don't step on others : Yertle the Turtle by Dr. Seuss
Don't knock something till you try it : Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss
Be kind to people along the way: Momotaro
Be kind to people along the way: Mufaro's beautiful daughters by John Steptoe
Take you time. Don't be so hasty: The tortoise and the hare
Learn to share: It's mine by Leo Lionni
Be brave : Swimmy by Leo Lionni
Don't waste your time brooding : Zen shorts (see A heavy load) by Jon Muth
You never know what will happen next: Zen shorts (see A farmer's luck) by Jon Muth
Life is full of ups and downs, ins and outs : Oh the places you'll go by Dr. Seuss