Michka

Name: Michka
ISBN: 9782081602403

by Marie Colmont

Albums du Père Castor Series of 2

Ages 3–7

For the child learning that true happiness comes from helping others, even when it means giving up something special.

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About This Book

Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the concept of sharing or when you want to explore the deeper meaning of generosity during the holiday season. Michka is a small teddy bear who decides to leave behind a life of mistreatment to discover the wonders of the forest. However, his journey toward freedom takes a profound turn when he encounters a reindeer delivering gifts. Through Michka's ultimate choice to give up his own independence to help a child in need, this story beautifully models that the greatest joy is found in selfless acts. It is a gentle, classic tale for children aged 3 to 7 that balances the desire for autonomy with the beauty of kindness.

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What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

Themes of a sick child in a poor home and the bear sacrificing his freedom.

Sensitive Topics

The book opens with the bear being treated poorly (thrown around), which is handled metaphorically as a toy's perspective. It touches on poverty and illness in the final scene. These elements are secular and handled with a quiet, hopeful resolution centered on the power of a gift.