The Festival of Empty Baskets

<p>In the gentle village of Châtenay the long winter has left cupboards bare and hearts heavy. As the villagers prepare for <strong><em>The Festival of Empty Baskets</em></strong>-a tradition where each brings one small gift to share-young Isaline Lapinette wants to offer something grand and perfect. But when she sees others arriving with chipped cups feathers or nothing at all she begins to wonder: what truly makes a gift valuable?</p><p></p><p>A tender fable of generosity kindness and community spirit <strong>The Festival of Empty Baskets</strong> is a heartwarming tale set in the timeless world of <strong><em>The Châtenay Fables.</em></strong> Perfect for readers aged 8 to 11 this gentle story invites reflection on giving from the heart even when we feel we have little to offer.</p>