{"title":"Lessons Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eA new school year brings new friendships, new challenges, and a few big feelings along the way. We're highlighting the stories in our collection that help little ones navigate exactly that — kindness, courage, and being true to yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese stories are short enough for a bedtime read but leave a lasting impression — the kind of book a teacher or parent can return to all year when a real-life moment calls for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Whale Who Wanted to be Small - \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eKanani, a baby humpback whale, feels self-conscious being so much bigger than her sea creature friends and longs to be small like them. It's only when she witnesses the magnificence of Grandfather Whale that she learns to feel proud of who she is rather than wishing to be someone else. A comforting story about self-esteem and accepting what makes you different — great for kids to feel proud of what makes them unique. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Shark Who Learned a Lesson - \u003c\/strong\u003eA gentle, ocean-set story about bullying — and what happens when a tough shark learns that being kind is stronger than being feared. A great read-aloud for the first weeks of school, when classroom dynamics are still finding their footing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoku the Seal's Three Wishes - \u003c\/strong\u003eHoku, a young Hawaiian monk seal, wanders off and makes three wishes at a magical pool — wishes that come true, but with consequences he didn't expect. The story is a light-hearted way to talk with kids about being truly grateful for what they have and who they are, with a warm, reassuring ending. A sweet reminder for the new school year about appreciating your own strengths instead of wishing to be someone else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-whale-who-wanted-to-be-small","title":"The Whale Who Wanted to be Small","description":"\u003cp\u003eA children's picture book about self-acceptance and body confidence. Kanani the baby whale wishes she were small like her sea creature friends, until she discovers the strength and beauty in being exactly who she is. A heartfelt story that helps kids embrace what makes them different — a meaningful gift for young readers building confidence in themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gill McBarnet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44640350961981,"sku":"","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0719\/7409\/3117\/products\/IMG_3340.jpg?v=1677051429"},{"product_id":"hoku-the-seals-three-wishes","title":"Hoku the Seal's Three Wishes","description":"\u003cp\u003eHoku, a young Hawaiian monk seal, wanders off and makes three wishes at a magical pool — wishes that come true, but with consequences he didn't expect. The story is a light-hearted way to talk with kids about being truly grateful for what they have and who they are, with a warm, reassuring ending. A sweet reminder for the new school year about appreciating your own strengths instead of wishing to be someone else. Perfect as a bedtime story, classroom read-aloud, or thoughtful Hawaiian gift for young readers who love sea creatures.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gill McBarnet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44647628702013,"sku":"","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0719\/7409\/3117\/products\/IMG_3357.jpg?v=1677127331"},{"product_id":"the-shark-who-learned-a-lesson","title":"The Shark Who Learned a Lesson","description":"\u003cp\u003eA gentle, ocean-set story about bullying — and what happens when a tough shark learns that being kind is stronger than being feared. Shadow the shark takes delight in bullying the creatures of the reef, until his reef friends decide it's time to teach him a lesson. A great read-aloud for the first weeks of school, when classroom dynamics are still finding their footing, and a wonderful gift for young readers navigating friendship and empathy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gill McBarnet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44647860732221,"sku":"","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0719\/7409\/3117\/products\/IMG_3332.jpg?v=1677132580"}],"url":"https:\/\/hawaiichildrensbooks.com\/collections\/back-to-school-lessons-collection.oembed","provider":"Hawaii Children's Books by Gill McBarnet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}