A Translated Story That Teaches Compassion Early
This English edition is a translation of the book titled The Tale of the White Cardinal. Het Verhaal Van de Witte Kardinaal by Donna M. Thompson offers young readers a tender story centered on acceptance, empathy, and understanding differences in others. Set against themes children can easily relate to, the story gently introduces ideas of inclusion without sounding instructional.
Through simple imagery and heartfelt moments, Het Verhaal Van de Witte Kardinaal helps children understand that while people may look different on the outside, everyone shares feelings, kindness, and the ability to care for one another. Donna M. Thompson’s storytelling allows children to absorb these lessons naturally, through emotion rather than explanation.
A Child’s View of Kindness and Understanding
This book is designed to meet children where they are. It acknowledges sadness, fear, and compassion without overexplaining them, trusting young readers to understand big feelings in small, meaningful ways. The story opens conversations about empathy while remaining warm and approachable.
Writing from Lived Compassion
Donna M. Thompson writes with a gentle sincerity shaped by real life experience. As a cancer survivor and caregiver, her work reflects a deep sense of empathy that feels authentic rather than forced.
Her writing style is calm, clear, and emotionally honest, making her stories especially suited for young readers learning how to understand others and themselves.
Het Verhaal Van de Witte Kardinaal
An English Translation of The Tale of the White Cardinal
A quiet, meaningful story that encourages empathy from the very first page. Stay tuned for its release.
