The Golden Bowl

The Golden Bowl

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A heartwarming tale about a poor boy named Tenzin who finds a golden bowl but chooses to use it for an act of kindness, learning that true generosity brings a richer reward than material wealth.

age6 - 8 years old
emotional intelligence
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