The Mitzvah Fairy

This is definitely a story for little Jewish boys that will transform them into exemplar young men. Waking early, the young little prince with his crown and fairy wings has set out to do good deeds. With an assist from his father, this youth brings the chicken soup panacea to his sniffling grandmother, fondly called Bubbe. He helps tend a neighbors’ garden and continues to perform mitzvahs known as good deeds. In the park, he picks up and recycles the nasty trash, making the playground more pleasant.

Suddenly, this little cherub finds some coins on the ground and plans to put these in the tzedakah box, which serves as a donation for those in need. Not only does he show charity but also empathy for nature’s creatures as he carefully transfers a ladybug to the safety of the grass. This is a full day for the young Mitzvah fairy as his actions exemplify Jewish values of visiting the sick doing good deeds, honoring the earth, donating to the poor being kind to creatures, and honoring one’s parents.

The illustrations are whimsically delightful and the story serves as an important lesson for boys; unfortunately, girls were not part of this moral tale.