My Way Sally

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A Heartwarming Story About Courage, Compassion, and Choosing the Right Path — Even When Others Disagree

By Mindy Bingham & Penelope Colville Paine
Illustrated by Itoko Maeno

What happens when a child realizes that “the way things have always been done” may not actually be the right way?

My Way Sally is an award-winning children’s picture book that gently teaches one of life’s most important lessons:
true leadership sometimes means thinking for yourself.

Set in the English countryside near Windsor Castle, the story follows Sally, a young foxhound expected to someday lead the hunt. But after forming an unexpected friendship with a fox, Sally begins questioning the traditions around her and chooses a path of compassion instead of harm.

Rather than blindly following the pack, Sally discovers the courage to lead differently.

Parents especially appreciate My Way Sally because it naturally opens meaningful conversations about:

  • Compassion and kindness

  • Independent thinking

  • Leadership

  • Peer pressure

  • Courage to do what is right

  • Humane treatment of animals

  • Friendship across differences

  • Moral decision-making

The story encourages children to thoughtfully evaluate the world around them rather than simply following the crowd.

Beautiful watercolor illustrations by Itoko Maeno bring the English countryside to life with warmth, elegance, and rich detail. Reviewers frequently praise the artwork for its lush natural scenes and timeless charm.

My Way Sally also received the prestigious:

  • Benjamin Franklin Award for Best Children’s Picture Book

This book works wonderfully as:

  • A family read-aloud

  • A character education resource

  • A discussion starter about courage and leadership

  • A gentle social-emotional learning tool

  • A literature enrichment book

  • Or part of an animal or England-themed unit study

Unlike many modern children’s books that simply entertain, My Way Sally quietly encourages children to develop wisdom, empathy, and the courage to stand by their values.

Most importantly, children learn that real leadership is not about controlling others.

It is about having the courage to lead with kindness.