A Pencil Can Change the World

Sometimes, the smallest things can spark the greatest change.

In A Pencil Can Change the World, young readers meet Amir, a boy with a worn, chewed pencil and a powerful dream—to learn, to teach, and to make a difference. With only one pencil shared between siblings, Amir begins drawing letters in the dirt, teaching numbers under a fig tree, and inspiring other children to gather and learn together.

What starts as a simple act of kindness grows into something much bigger. Neighbors come together. A community believes again. And one small pencil helps build hope, education, and a future shaped by compassion.

Part of the Voices of Kindness series, this beautifully illustrated story gently shows children how empathy, sharing, and determination can transform not just one life—but an entire village.

Perfect for bedtime reading, classroom discussion, and family story time, this book encourages young readers to believe in their ideas, value education, and understand that kindness is a powerful force for change.

🌱 What Young Readers Will Learn

How kindness and sharing can inspire others

The importance of education and learning together

That big change often begins with small, simple actions

Confidence in their ability to help shape the world around them