This month’s free read is “Carl Hammond’s Lesson,” a short story that first appeared in The Pansy magazine in 1892.
Twelve-year-old Carl Hammond is in big trouble. Not only did he disobey his father’s instructions, he lied about it, too. But Carl’s conscience won’t allow him to forget the incident, which makes him wonder: If he confesses his crimes, will his father ever forgive him?
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Isabella Alden 
I love these!! I always learn something new! Oh how I wish there were something for youngsters like this today! Thank you so much for taking the time to do this for us. It is wonderful!
I’m glad you liked the story, Karen. I loved this one, too! —Jenny