Working here in the school library has given me free time to catch up on my reading. The other day I decided to re-read some of Louisa May Alcott's works (Little Women, Jo's Boys, etc...). I had read them in my youth and enjoyed the lighthearted, innocent escapades of the characters Mrs. Alcott described.

Written over one hundred years ago, they can still entertain with stories that have morals, show character and teach us to be more respectful to our fellow man. Because showing respect, honor and courtesy to others brings it back to you faster than if you were an ass.

My son is going through this right now. Some of the kids in his class are starting to behave so badly. Bullying, calling names, being just plain mean to him and to others, basically showing off and trying to be "grown up".

It's sad.

Hopefully most will grow out of it in the long run, but some won't and will end up being pushy, uncaring and still plain mean.

But, that's life isn't it?

As long as I teach my sons how to act that will make not only me, but themselves, proud at the end of the day, that's all I care about.

So, what are some books that you remember reading in your childhood? Besides The Cat in the Hat. ;)