What is good and what is bad?

By Tatiana Martchenko

A beautifully illustrated poetry book that gently helps children understand right and wrong.

What Is Good and What Is Bad is a thoughtful collection of motivational poems for children ages 6-11, designed to nurture kindness, honesty, empathy, and respect through warm, lyrical storytelling.

Each poem explores everyday situations familiar to young readers-helping a friend, caring for animals, learning patience, showing gratitude, and finding courage. Through gentle humor and simple yet meaningful rhymes, children are encouraged to think about their choices and understand the difference between good and bad in a calm, supportive way.

Rather than teaching rules, this illustrated poetry book invites reflection. The verses speak directly to a child's heart, helping develop emotional awareness, moral understanding, and compassion without pressure or judgment.

Beautifully illustrated and easy to read aloud, What Is Good and What Is Bad is ideal for bedtime reading, classroom discussions, and family conversations. The poems open space for meaningful dialogue while fostering a love of language and thoughtful reading.

Why children and parents love What Is Good and What Is Bad:

Gentle poems that explore values through everyday life

Encourages empathy, kindness, honesty, and respect

Non-preachy approach to right and wrong

Perfect for reading aloud at home or in classrooms

Warm illustrations that support reflection and discussion

A timeless companion for parents, teachers, and children alike, What Is Good and What Is Bad helps young readers think, feel, and grow-one poem at a time.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 154070680X
• ISBN13: 9781540706805
• Release Date: November 2016
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"