Tom Watkins, having given way to the temptation to commit acts of petty pilfering in the carpenter's shop where he is apprenticed, ultimately suffers the consequences of his wrong-doing, and not only learns that honesty is the best policy, but comes to see the sinfulness of his conduct.
TWO LITTLE BROTHERS. By Harriet M. Capes.
This is a pleasant account of some of the incidents which befel two little brothers, whose home was in a seaside village. It tells of their adventures on the shore and of the wonderful sights they saw during a trip to London, and how a kind father taught them to practise at all times self-control and courtesy.
THREE LITTLE ONES: Their Haps and Mishaps. By Cora Langton.
A simple tale of home life. Children are sure to love and admire bright Mabel, affectionate Eddie, and sad little Lucy, while the story of Mabel's sin and Lucy's sorrow will teach them truthfulness and obedience.
THE NEW BOY AT MERRITON. By Julia Goddard.
"A story of English school life. It is an attempt to teach a somewhat higher code of honour than that which prevails among the general run of schoolboys, and the lesson makes a very good story."—School Board Chronicle.
THE BLIND BOY OF DRESDEN.
"This is a family story of great pathos. It does not obtrusively dictate its lesson, but it quietly introduces, and leaves it within the heart."—Aberdeen Journal.
JON OF ICELAND: A True Story.