Little Judokas: Book 4 Courtesy

Clara loves helping others. But can you be too helpful?Clara loves judo, and she knows a lot about it. So when new students join Rocky Mountain Judo Club, she is ready to help. Maybe a little TOO ready.Clara wants the beginners to learn everything the right way, but her helpful advice starts to sound more like bossing. With guidance from Sensei Eugene, Clara begins to understand that courtesy is about more than saying please and thank you. It means being patient, showing respect, listening to others, and helping people where they are.As Clara practices with her kohai and learns about Jita Kyoei, or mutual welfare and benefit, she discovers something important about leadership: being a good leader doesn't mean taking over. Sometimes the best way to help someone grow is to step back and let them try.Little Judokas: Courtesy combines an engaging story with realistic judo instruction, friendship, humor, and life lessons children can use both on and off the mat.Perfect for: - Young readers in 2nd-4th grades- Beginning judoka- Children learning about courtesy, patience, kindness, and respect- Families looking for stories about leadership and helping othersAlso included: - Real judo vocabulary with a kid-friendly vocabulary guide- Judo skills and traditions woven naturally into the story- A special message from 1992 U.S. Olympian Grace Jividen about believing in your dreams, overcoming obstacles, and continuing forwardCourtesy is more than being polite. It's learning how the way we treat others can help everyone grow.