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Have you ever been caught up in the tangled web of dishonesty? Maybe even out of good intentions? Would you like to help the children in your life learn to recognize and battle dishonesty? You're never too young to learn that dishonesty can ruin friendships and honesty can improve them. Discover the second book in a new character-building children's series. In The Two True Karate Kids, Makoto and Michi both really want a dog. But when Michi's family adopts a dog and Makoto's family cannot have one, the Dishonesty monster creeps in. Michi only wants to be a good friend, but instead the tangled webs of Dishonesty are pulling her and Makoto apart. Every time she tries to make Makoto feel better, she only makes the whole situation worse. Can these kids figure out that Dishonesty is at play, and figure out how to beat it, to save their friendship? This fully-illustrated character-building book includes: -A glossary of important words to help start the conversation on honesty. -An example of how dishonesty can creep in even when intentions are good. -A weird but not-too-scary monster embodying a negative character trait. -Concepts clearly presented in kid-friendly text and illustrations. -Created by a certified children's karate instructor with over 23 years of experience. Character is POWER! Help the children in your life learn about the character trait of honesty: buy this book today.

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"""Teaching children values through books is vital in today's world. Jenifer not only has six black belts, she has an authentic sixth sense to teach young people awesome values which are much needed. Get this book for young people in your world today."" -Joey O, Best-Selling Author ""The unique and refreshing way to look at honesty is a fantastic game changer in children's books. It will have a positive impact on developing character-filled identity in a healthy manner."" -Bonniejean Alford, MA - Sociology and Communication, The Identity Guru ""This second book in the Makoto series continues to teach character traits in a wonderfully entertaining and engrossing manner. The characters are 'real' and engaging."" -Cecilia E. Fleming, MSN, RN, Elementary, High School and Adult Educator"

Teaching children values through books is vital in today's world. Jenifer not only has six black belts, she has an authentic sixth sense to teach young people awesome values which are much needed. Get this book for young people in your world today. -Joey O, Best-Selling Author The unique and refreshing way to look at honesty is a fantastic game changer in children's books. It will have a positive impact on developing character-filled identity in a healthy manner. -Bonniejean Alford, MA - Sociology and Communication, The Identity Guru This second book in the Makoto series continues to teach character traits in a wonderfully entertaining and engrossing manner. The characters are 'real' and engaging. -Cecilia E. Fleming, MSN, RN, Elementary, High School and Adult Educator

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Jenifer Tull-Gauger is a 7th degree black belt holding the title of Kyoshi. She is the highest ranking female instructor in the United Ryukyu Kempo Alliance, an international alliance of traditional Okinawan karate dojos. She has trained in karate since 1999 and early in her training, she started assisting in the children's programs. Jenifer is co-heads programs for all ages at the private dojo she owns and runs with her husband. In her writing career, Jenifer's pictures and writings have appeared in several publications including Highlights Magazine for Children. She is a long-time active member of the international Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. Jenifer enjoys putting her karate and writing passions together in dojo newsletters, blogs and children's picture books.Jenifer loves her continuous training in karate because it's interesting and fun, and it helps her in all areas of life. Her favorite thing about being a karate mentor is watching students grow, improve and progress on their own paths. With the Dojo Kun Character Books, Jenifer makes the magic power of the most important teachings of karate accessible to all readers, whether they train in martial arts or not. Jenifer Tull-Gauger is a 7th degree black belt holding the title of Kyoshi. She is the highest ranking female instructor in the United Ryukyu Kempo Alliance, an international alliance of traditional Okinawan karate dojos. She has trained in karate since 1999 and early in her training, she started assisting in the children's programs. Jenifer is co-heads programs for all ages at the private dojo she owns and runs with her husband. In her writing career, Jenifer's pictures and writings have appeared in several publications including Highlights Magazine for Children. She is a long-time active member of the international Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. Jenifer enjoys putting her karate and writing passions together in dojo newsletters, blogs and children's picture books.Jenifer loves her continuous training in karate because it's interesting and fun, and it helps her in all areas of life. Her favorite thing about being a karate mentor is watching students grow, improve and progress on their own paths. With the Dojo Kun Character Books, Jenifer makes the magic power of the most important teachings of karate accessible to all readers, whether they train in martial arts or not.

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