✨ A Powerful Story About Anger, Choice, and Finding Your Light ✨

After school, LEO loves the quiet rhythm of the basketball court — a place that once echoed with his anger but now hums with calm. Nearby, Kane bullies a smaller boy named Stive, scattering his books. The old Malik might have fought back, but today he chooses something different: peace.

Malik tells Kane about the “shadow” he once carried — a dark, angry part of himself that grew every time he hurt others. But one day, Malik learned that kindness makes the shadow shrink, letting in warmth and light.

His story plants a spark in Kane’s heart. Slowly, the bully bends down, picks up a book, and helps Leo too.

💫 A moving, emotional story that teaches kids the power of empathy, self-control, and choosing light over anger.

Themes: empathy, emotional growth, nonviolence, redemption
Perfect for: ages 9–13, classroom discussions, and families exploring kindness and emotional strength