A Course in Citizenship And Patriotism

ad eaten the honey? Just as he was wondering what he should do about it, in came the queen bee he had seen the day before. She quickly flew to each of the sisters, and lit on their lips as if they were flowers. And, of course, she knew all about honey because she made it herself, so she could tell which one had eaten the honey. She remained sitting on the mouth of the youngest. Then the boy knew which sister to waken. The castle was freed from its spell in a moment, and every one who had been turned to stone was changed back again. You may be sure the older brothers no longer thought their younger brother was a simpleton. OCTOBER: KINDNESS TO ANIMALS For the Teacher: THE DIVINE IMAGE WILLIAM BLAKE To Mercy, Pity, Peace, and Love, All pray in their distress, And to these virtues of delight Return their thankfulness. For Mercy, Pity, Peace, and Love, Is God our Father dear; And Mercy, Pity, Peace, and Love, Is man, his child and care. Suggestions for morning talks How should you treat your dog, if you want him to love Pat him kindly. Speak to him gently. Why does pussy dislike to have you pull her tail? Why does she purr when you stroke her fur the right way? What three things must you remember every day if your pets are to be glad they are yours? To feed them at the right time. To give them plenty of clean, fresh water to drink. To give them a good warm bed at night. Did you ever think how much the toads an...