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The Three Questions [Based on a story by Leo Tolstoy]
by Jon J. Muth

The Three Questions [Based on a story by Leo Tolstoy]
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Author: Jon J. Muth
Brand: Simon Pulse
Edition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2002-04-01
ISBN: 0439199964
Number of pages: 32
Publisher: Scholastic Press
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  • ISBN13: 9780439199964
  • Condition: New
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Book Reviews of The Three Questions [Based on a story by Leo Tolstoy]

Book Review: "This Is Why We Are Here"
Summary: 5 Stars

"There was once a boy named Nikolai who sometimes felt uncertain about the right way to act..." He wanted to be a good person, but was unsure how to accomplish his goal. Nikolai had three important questions...When is the best time to do things? Who is the most important one? What is the right thing to do? "If only I could find the answers to my three questions... then I would always know what to do." So he decides to seek the counsel of Leo, the turtle. "He has lived a very long time. Surely he will know the answers I am looking for." But as he reaches Leo's home, high in the mountains, disaster strikes, and without even thinking Nikolai takes action, and in the process finds the answers he's been searching for..... Based on Leo Tolstoy's short story, Jon Muth has authored a reflective and inspired picture book retelling of The Three Questions. His simple and eloquent text, with its gentle message of compassion and living for each moment, is enhanced by lovely and evocative watercolor artwork in quiet and subdued tones. Together word and art answer Nikolai's questions in a captivating and engaging way..."Remember then that there is only one important time, and that time is now. The most important one is always the one you are with. And the most important thing is to do good for the one who is standing at your side. For these, my dear boy, are the answers to what is most important in this world." With an Author's Note at the end to augment the story and introduce Tolstoy and his works, The Three Questions is a perfect fable for youngsters 5-9, and is sure to open interesting and thoughtful discussions.

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