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Saint Jerome and the LionKindnessKindness toward all creatures creates bonds of loyalty, and patience in the face of false accusation will eventually lead to the triumph of truth.Grades 2–4Level 4
Saint Martin and the BeggarKindnessTrue compassion involves sharing what we have with those in need, for in serving the least among us, we serve the Divine.Grades 2–4Level 4
Saint Nicholas and the Three DaughtersKindnessTrue charity is most powerful when done in secret, preserving the dignity of the recipient and seeking no personal glory.Grades 3–5Level 4
Saint Pachomius Founds a MonasteryFriendshipSpiritual excellence is found not only in individual discipline but in the humble service and shared life of a community.Grades 2–4Level 5
Saint Patrick and the SnakesCourageFaith and spiritual conviction provide the authority to overcome even the most persistent and venomous obstacles in life.Grades 3–5Level 5
Saint Thomas Aquinas and the CrucifixHumilityThe ultimate pursuit of knowledge should lead to a love for the Creator, for no earthly reward compares to the presence of the Divine.Grades 3–5Level 4
Saint Valentine's StoryKindnessTrue love and faith are worth any sacrifice, and compassion can bring light even to the darkest circumstances.Grades 3–5Level 4
Saladin's ChivalryKindnessTrue greatness is found in showing respect and honor to one's enemies, proving that virtue transcends the boundaries of conflict.Grades 3–5Level 5
Samhain and the Veil Between WorldsWe must respect the cycles of nature and honor our ancestors while remaining vigilant during times of transition.Grades 3–5Level 4
Sanada Yukimura's Last ChargeCourageTrue heroism is found in the courage to stand for one's principles and loyalty even when faced with impossible odds.Grades 5–8Level 5
Sandy Joins the GroupHumilityTrue redemption is found through humility and the commitment to serve a higher, more virtuous purpose.Grades 5–8Level 5
Sang Thong the Golden PrinceHumilityTrue worth and beauty are found within the soul rather than through outward appearances.Grades 3–5Level 5

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Saraswati's Gift of KnowledgeTrue wisdom and knowledge bring order to chaos and serve as the foundation for a civilized and meaningful life.Grades 2–4Level 4
Satanaya the Wise MotherClevernessTrue leadership and survival require foresight and intellect, which are often more powerful than physical strength or weapons.Grades 3–5Level 4
Saturn and the Golden AgeFairnessTrue prosperity and peace are achieved through the mastery of nature, the sharing of knowledge, and the practice of natural justice.Grades 2–4Level 4
Schinderhannes the German OutlawCriminal fame is a fleeting shadow that cannot protect one from the eventual consequences of a lawless life.Grades 5–8Level 5
Scylla and CharybdisSometimes life presents two equally difficult options, and wisdom lies in choosing the lesser of two evils to ensure the survival of the whole.Grades 5–8Level 4
Sedna Goddess of the SeaHumans are deeply interconnected with nature and must respect the spirits of the earth and sea to survive.Grades 5–8Level 3
Sedna Goddess of the Sea (Extended)Our survival is deeply connected to the sacrifices of the natural world, requiring us to treat all living creatures with profound respect and humility.Grades 5–8Level 4
Sekhmet the LionessClevernessDestructive rage must be balanced with wisdom and moderation, for unchecked anger can destroy the innocent alongside the guilty.Grades 5–8Level 3
Selene and EndymionThe desire to preserve beauty through stagnation creates a hollow existence; true love requires the growth and presence of both individuals.Grades 3–5Level 4
Sekhmet's RampageClevernessUnchecked anger can quickly become a destructive force that harms the innocent; wisdom and temperance are required to balance power.Grades 5–8Level 3
Setne and the Magic BookHumilitySeeking forbidden power and divine knowledge without humility leads to self-destruction and moral ruin.Grades 5–8Level 4
Seven Macaw's PrideHumilityTrue greatness is found in humility and divine purpose, while vanity and arrogance lead to an inevitable and shameful downfall.Grades 5–8Level 3