Mindful Muslim Reader Review

‭The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse

By Charlie Mackesy
Gold star
Ages:
  • Audiobooks
  • Virtue
    VIRTUE
    Is this the way I want my child to think and act?
    Ratings are based on how much a book extols Islamic morality and espouses classical ideals.
    ★★★★★
  • Language
    LANGUAGE
    Is this the way I want my child to speak?
    Ratings are based on a book's vocabulary, cadence, and overall eloquence suited to age level.
    ★★★★☆
  • Story
    STORY
    Does this story resonate with my child?
    Ratings are based on the integrity of plot structure, the depth of characters, the palpability of the book's conflict and resolution, and the lure of its setting.
    ★★★☆☆
  • Beauty
    BEAUTY
    Does this book develop my child's ability to recognize beauty?
    Ratings are based on aesthetics, linguistic beauty, poignancy, and how well a book embodies ihsan—harmonizing excellence.
    ★★★★★

Values

  • Empathy
  • Gratitude
Heart

Struggles

  • Friendship
  • Giving Up
Why Should
Why Should My Child Read This Book?

This is a masterpiece in the art of using the sparse language of childhood to express the beauty and wonder of the world. This book earns our Gold Star for its stunning and evocative illustrations. They highlight the universal wisdom of innocence that can be learned from good friends. Mindful Muslim Reader recommends this book for readers of all ages.

What is this book
What’s This Book About?
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” asked the mole. “Kind,” said the boy. Charlie Mackesy offers inspiration and hope in uncertain times in this beautiful book based on his famous quartet of characters. The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse explores their unlikely friendship and the poignant, universal lessons they learn together. Radiant with Mackesy’s warmth and gentle wit, the book blends hand-written narrative with dozens of drawings.
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Anything I need to be aware of?

VIEW FLAGS
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Illustrator: Charlie Mackesy
Publisher: HarperOne
Published: 2019
Page Count: 128
ISBN13: 9780062976581
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