Prejudice
Browse our collection of Prejudice kids books, fairy tales, poems, bedtime stories, short stories and novels. Use the filters to narrow your choices, or read our full article for inspiration.
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This collection of stories explores themes of transformation, self-discovery, and the consequences of prejudice. The characters, often misunderstood or underestimated, navigate their challenges in unique and thought-provoking ways.
Prejudice and Self-Perception
Several stories delve into the effects of how individuals are perceived by others. In The Little Princess and the Poet, a poet, rejected for his appearance, finds acceptance from a blind princess who values his true artistry. Similarly, Jennie Wren Tells Mr. Cardinal What She Thinks portrays a confrontation where one character’s appearance and talents are harshly judged, only for the critic to learn a deeper truth about their own perspective.
Transformation and Identity
Several stories focus on the theme of personal growth or transformation. In The Little Singing Frog, a frog born to a winemaker’s family becomes a princess, defying expectations through her singing. Similarly, How the Brazilian Beetles Got Their Gorgeous Coats tells the tale of a beetle’s victory through unexpected means, leading to a transformation in appearance and social standing.
Conflict and Resolution
Other stories explore the tension between characters and their eventual resolution. The Battle of Frogs and Mice centers on a war between frogs and mice, culminating in peace after intervention from an external group. The Three Sillies focuses on the absurdity of a family’s excessive worry, ultimately leading to an amusing resolution when the protagonist realizes the world is full of silliness.
These stories offer a range of experiences where characters face internal or external challenges and come to learn something profound about themselves or others.