Shoemaker Martin by Bernadette Watts Family in the classroom and with

in the classroom and with community groups

suggested readings

From the Institute of Domestic Technology

The Fig Tree

Shoemaker Martin by Bernadette Watts Family in the classroom and withA Christmastime story written by Leo Tolstoy and illustrated by the legendary European artist Bernadette Watts. Martin, a Russian shoemaker, wishes to meet Jesus. Instead he finds three strangers in need. After showing kindness towards each one, Martin learns that it was Jesus who visited him three times. A beautiful story about sharing, with a message of compassion as relevant today as when it was first conceived. Bernadette Watts, known throughout