151 Inspirational Tales

Patricia loved looking at the lovely flowers at the local florist shop every day. One day, she decided, “I will grow my own flowers.” Patricia and her mother bought seeds and a book, ‘Grow Your Flowers’ from the store. Patricia read the book carefully. Soon, she sowed the seeds in the soil, just like the […]

Nathan counted his money carefully. “I’m going, Dad. Patrick and I will see a movie and eat out,” Nathan said. He was eleven years old. He did not want a childish birthday party with cake and candles. Nathan and Patrick watched ‘Wall-E’. While they walked to the restaurant, Nathan glanced under the town bridge. He

One day, Dale returned from school, sad and angry. “What happened, Dale?” asked his mother, worriedly. “Darcy brought a beautiful and delicious cake to school today. He said it was very expensive. I know you won’t let me buy it! But I really want to eat it!” cried Dale with tears running down his cheeks.

“Ruby, you can buy two things today. But nothing very expensive, mind you!” Ruby’s mother said. “Mom, my doll’s clothes have gone old and dirty. I need new ones and that teddy bear also looks interesting.” Then Ruby saw chocolates on the shelf. They looked so yummy! ‘Mom won’t let me buy them! I’ll just

David was very excited. He and his father were going fishing. “Daddy, if I catch a lot of fish today, then, tomorrow, everyone in the class will call me ‘Braveheart’!” he said, as he hopped on one leg, and then on the other, alongside Daddy. “But what will you do with so many fish you

Josh noticed his father talking softly to himself before going to bed. “Dad, what are you saying to yourself?” he asked. “I was putting a thought in my heart,” his dad said. Josh was curious and asked, “What do you mean?” “My friend at work let me down today. I am so upset that I

Long ago, all feelings were vacationing on an island when a severe storm approached. All feelings rushed to their boats in utter panic. As there were no free boats, Love asked Prosperity, “Please, take me in your boat.” However, Prosperity replied, “There is no place as my boat is full of precious possessions.” Even Sorrow

Once, there lived a kind prince, who loved to travel alone. One day, the prince lost his way and reached a village. A farmer was ploughing his field. The prince requested, “Please help me. I am very hungry and thirsty.” The farmer said, “Sir, please rest under the tree. I will bring some food and

Both Mason and Roderick were wealthy traders and best friends. Once, Mason said to Roderick, “Friend, you should save money. Don’t spend it so unwisely.” Roderick became angry and stopped talking to Mason. A few years later, Roderick lost all his money. No one came to help him. A man named Chris visited Roderick and

Once, a wise king ruled over a kingdom. He was worried about his son’s rude behaviour and anger. One day, the king went to visit his most trusted adviser and shared his concern. The adviser said, “O King, send the prince to me tomorrow.” So, the next day, the prince visited the adviser. They both

Once, a man called Joseph was lonely and unhappy. He was about to jump into the deep ocean and kill himself. Just then, a voice called out, “Joseph, I am the god of the Ocean. You have been kind to all, so I will grant you a wish!” Joseph said, “I wish to be very

Once, two travellers were passing through a desert area. It was a scorching day and both men were desperately looking for a shelter from the sun. After walking for a few hours, they saw a tree with a thick shade. The travellers joyfully ran under the tree and sat down. Soon, they lay down and

John was a fisherman. He lived with his wife Milly on a small island. One day, John and Milly were returning home from the city in a small boat. Suddenly, the sky darkened and a strong storm arose in the ocean. Milly was scared and she trembled. She cried, “John, I am sure we will

Once, there was a wise man, Bruce, in the court of a king. All the people in the kingdom praised his honesty, for he never lied. This made the king jealous of Bruce. So, one day, the king decided to test him. He called Bruce and ordered, “Go to my palace and tell the queen

Once, some children were playing football in the playground. Meanwhile, across the road, a blind man was trying to cross the road. As soon as he crossed the road, his foot slipped into a puddle and he fell. All the children, except Zoey, started laughing. She rushed towards him and helped him. An ice-cream vendor,