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Sami and the Purple Purse

by Namu Marupudi

Ages 5–8

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About this story

Sami loves the stars. Every night he counts them from his bedroom window. When he finds a purple purse full of money and no one is watching, Sami learns that honesty shines even when nobody sees. A gentle story about doing the right thing, with a What Would You Do? page, an honesty star and an Honest Heart award. For ages 5-8.

  • Honest — telling the truth and doing what is right
  • Purse — a small bag for money
  • Found — discovered something that was lost
  • Tempting — something you really want to take
  • Owner — the person something belongs to
  • Return — to give something back
  • Conscience — the quiet feeling that tells you right from wrong
  • Trustworthy — someone others can count on

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