The Master and the Magical Millstone

The Master and the Magical Millstone

Kaituhi
authorPanda Academy

A tale about a wealthy master who possesses a magical millstone that grants him unimaginable riches. His growing greed and selfishness lead to an unexpected intervention and a dramatic lesson about compassion and the consequences of one's actions.

age6 - 9 tau te pakeke
emotional intelligence
Ka pai pea ki a koe
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