The Empty Pot

Written by Demi

Grade:

K-3

ISBN-13:

978-0805049008

Publisher:

Square Fish (1996)

When the Chinese emperor must choose a successor, he commands all the children of the land to use his seeds to grow their best flowers. A confident young Ping sets out to grow the most beautiful flower, but despite his hard work and best effort, he cannot get the seed to grow. When all the other children present beautiful flowers to the emperor, Ping courageously and humbly presents his empty pot. In a surprise and resonating ending, the emperor rewards Ping for his courage and honesty. Demi’s simple and colorful illustrations enhance the beauty of this profound story.