Patricia P. Willoughby And Pleasant Words

<p>Step back in time to a simpler world where kindness courage and learning came one slate board at a time.<br>In <em>Patricia P. Willoughby and Pleasant Words</em> readers return to the little English village they first fell in love with in <em>The Forest's Gift</em>.</p><p>The year is the late 1500s and Patricia's days are filled with wagon rides to the one-room schoolhouse hand-written lessons on slate and the gentle wisdom of her teacher Mrs. Marshall. But this season the lessons are different. They aren't about numbers or reading they're about <em>words</em>. Words that heal. Words that teach. Words that make the heart glad.</p><p>From the lively market days and stormy buggy rides to the laughter of classmates learning to share Patricia discovers that kind words can brighten even the grayest morning. With each new adventure she learns that what we say-and how we say it-can change everything around us.</p><p>Young readers will giggle at the antics of Patricia's little brother Eric feel the warmth of a bustling classroom and come away with gentle lessons about friendship patience and grace.</p><p>Beautifully written in a traditional storybook style <em>Pleasant Words</em> celebrates faith family and community through the eyes of a curious and kindhearted child. Each chapter weaves small adventures with timeless truths. perfect for reading aloud family devotion time or cozy bedtime storytelling.</p><p><strong>Themes include:</strong></p><p>The power of kindness and encouragement</p><p>Everyday gratitude and helpfulness</p><p>Learning from mistakes with grace</p><p>The value of patience sharing and forgiveness</p><p><strong>Perfect for readers ages 6-12</strong> homeschool families and anyone who loves wholesome character-building stories rooted in faith and history.</p><p>Fans of <em>Little House on the Prairie</em> and <em>Sarah Plain and Tall</em> will delight in this gentle and heartfelt journey through a world where even the smallest voice can speak big kindnesses.</p><p><em>Step into the buggy open your slate and discover how pleasant words truly can bring light to every heart.</em></p><p><br> </p>