The Toy-Shop; Or, Sentimental Preceptor: Containing Some Choice Trifles for the Instruction and Amusement of Every Little Miss. And Master (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

E. H. Barker

9780484288156: The Toy-Shop; Or, Sentimental Preceptor: Containing Some Choice Trifles for the Instruction and Amusement of Every Little Miss. And Master (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0484288156 ISBN 13: 9780484288156

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Enter a charming shop where every toy doubles as a lesson in wisdom and virtue.

This tale follows a thoughtful Toyman who uses playful objects and stories to guide children toward good judgment, kindness, and Christian courage.

In the course of the book, young readers meet lively characters, gentle family dynamics, and moral conversations that unfold through simple, relatable episodes. The shop's conversations turn everyday play into opportunities for learning, exploration, and self-improvement.

Morally tinged adventures that pair imagination with practical wisdom for kids and parents alike.
Character-building moments linked to kindness, self-control, and thoughtful choice.
Concrete examples of how curiosity, reading, and virtuous conduct shape a happy, resilient life.
Illustrated scenes and accessible language designed for younger readers and family reading aloud.

Ideal for readers who enjoy thoughtful fables wrapped in gentle humor and charming period detail.

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