Have you ever read a story and thought, “I want to be like that character”?

Books are not just full of fun and adventure—they also teach us important lessons about life.

There’s a famous quote that says, “A good book is like a window into someone’s heart.” That means when we read about heroes in stories, we learn more about being kind, brave, and strong in real life too.

We want to take you on a journey—not through just words or pages, but through the lives of literary heroes who have inspired generations.
 Some are real. Some are fictional. Some lived in castles, others in hiding. But all of them had one thing in common: they made the world a better place, one choice at a time.

Let’s dive into the worlds of Harry Potter, Anne Frank, The Selfish Giant, and The Happy Prince—four unforgettable characters who taught us that being a hero isn’t about wearing a cape.
 It’s about having a heart that refuses to give up on hope, kindness, and courage.

Let’s begin with the boy who lived—Harry Potter, from the famous Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling.
 He isn’t just a wizard with a wand and a scar. He is a young boy who faced loss, loneliness, and danger—but still chose friendship, bravery, and love.
 Harry teaches us that real courage is not just about battling monsters, but about standing up for what’s right, even when it’s difficult.

Remember how he stood up to Lord Voldemort, but also stood up for his friends, even ? One of the most powerful messages in the series is that our choices define us more than our abilities. Harry chose to be brave, to be loyal, and to be kind—and that made all the difference.

He reminds us: “It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities.”
 Isn’t that something we all can remember in our own lives?

Now, let’s step out of fiction and into the real world with Anne Frank, the young Jewish girl whose diary has become one of the most important books in history—The Diary of a Young Girl, written by Anne Frank herself.

Imagine being a teenager, hiding in a small attic, unable to go outside, while a war rages on around you. And yet, in those pages, Anne remains hopeful, curious, and full of dreams.

She once wrote, “In spite of everything, I still believe that people are really good at heart.”
 That’s what makes her a hero—not because she fought battles, but because she fought to stay kind in a world full of cruelty.

Anne teaches us the value of resilience, the strength of hope, and the incredible power of a voice—even a young one. Her story tells us that our words matter, and that even in silence, we can make the world listen.

Let’s now enter the world of fairy tales, created by Oscar Wilde, and meet a rather unusual hero—The Selfish Giant, from his short story “The Selfish Giant.”

In the beginning, the giant is exactly what his name suggests—selfish. He builds a wall to keep children out of his beautiful garden. But something strange happens. The garden that once bloomed with flowers and joy becomes trapped in an endless winter. Only when he opens his heart to the children, does spring finally return.

This story shows us that change is always possible, no matter how late we begin. The giant learns that love and generosity bring true happiness—not walls and loneliness.

His transformation reminds us that we all have the ability to grow, to be better, and to make amends.

Finally, we meet another character from Wilde’s magical tales—The Happy Prince, from the story “The Happy Prince”.

Once a royal who lived in luxury, the Happy Prince’s statue now overlooks the city. From his high perch, he sees the suffering of the poor. Though he can no longer move, he gives up all he has—his gold, his jewels—through the help of a kind little swallow, to help those in need.

As the prince gives away everything, piece by piece, he becomes dull and grey—but in that sacrifice, he becomes truly beautiful.
 The swallow, too, shows immense loyalty and compassion, staying with the prince through cold and hardship, until the end.

Together, they teach us that true beauty lies in giving, in love, and in sacrifice.
 It’s a story that reminds us that even if we can’t do everything, we can do something—and that something can change someone’s world.

So what do these heroes teach us?

• Harry Potter shows us that bravery means doing the right thing, even when it’s hard.
• Anne Frank shows us that hope can survive, even in the darkest times

The Selfish Giant teaches us that it’s never too late to change.

• The Happy Prince and the Swallow teach us that true happiness comes from helping others.

None of them wore armor or carried swords. But they had courage, compassion, and the strength to make a difference—and so do we.

Books are not just about magic or fairy tales. They are mirrors of our values and maps to our better selves.

So, the next time you open a book, ask yourself—what will this story teach me? And how can I be a little more like the heroes inside?Thank you, and may we all become the kind of heroes the world truly needs

Presenters Tiati Jamir, Nilovito Achumi, Imsubenla Imchen and Mebi Raksap with Madam Monita

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