Books like A bike like Sergio's by Maribeth Boelts
Ruben longs for a bicycle that looks just like the one his friend Sergio has, yet his family's budget keeps them from buying one. When he unexpectedly finds money in a grocery store, he faces a dilemma: do he keep the cash or use it to help his friend?
The story explores the themes of friendship, money, and poverty, and asks children about the right way to act when faced with a tough decision. It encourages readers to think about conduct of life, emotions and feelings, and the values of honesty and self‑control.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Maribeth Boelts
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