{"id":2008,"date":"2026-10-07T15:30:30","date_gmt":"2026-10-07T15:30:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stageforkids.com\/shop\/?post_type=product&#038;p=2008"},"modified":"2026-10-07T15:30:30","modified_gmt":"2026-10-07T15:30:30","slug":"they-killed-my-family-in-taiji","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/stageforkids.com\/shop\/product\/they-killed-my-family-in-taiji\/","title":{"rendered":"Storybook: They Killed My Family in Taiji"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"model-response-message-contentr_9d6e78ae4d56da8b\" class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel md-content enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color tutor-markdown-rendering\" dir=\"ltr\" aria-busy=\"false\" aria-live=\"polite\">\n<h4><b data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">They Killed My Family in Taiji<\/b><\/h4>\n<div><i data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"31\">The Good Character Club eBook Series (For Juniors Ages 4\u20137 Years Old)<\/i><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><span data-path-to-node=\"2,0\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-2017\" src=\"https:\/\/stageforkids.com\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/1-9-211x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"211\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stageforkids.com\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/1-9-211x300.jpg 211w, https:\/\/stageforkids.com\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/1-9-722x1024.jpg 722w, https:\/\/stageforkids.com\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/1-9-768x1090.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stageforkids.com\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/1-9-600x851.jpg 600w, https:\/\/stageforkids.com\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/1-9.jpg 881w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 211px) 100vw, 211px\" \/>A young dolphin describes a peaceful life swimming alongside family in the bright blue waters near Taiji, Japan, before loud, clanging noises from incoming boats shatter the silence<\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,2\">. 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It delivers an age-appropriate call for compassion, encouraging children and families to protect ocean life and stand up for gentle creatures<\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"3,4\">.<\/span><\/div>\n<div><b data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">What\u2019s Included in This eBook:<\/b><\/div>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"5\">\n<li>\n<div><span data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Age-Appropriate Story:<\/b> A poignant, beautifully illustrated narrative crafted for children aged 4\u20137<\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0,2\">.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div><span data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Author&#8217;s Message &amp; Call to Action:<\/b> A heartfelt note explaining the reality of marine drive hunts and empowering families to advocate for animal welfare<\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0,2\">.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div><span data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Story Comprehension Questions:<\/b> Thoughtful prompts to help young readers process themes of empathy, freedom, and animal families<\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0,2\">.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div><span data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Practical Activities for Kids:<\/b> Expressive craft activities and reflection exercises centered on ocean protection and compassion for marine life<\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0,2\">.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div><span data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Activities Families Can Do Together:<\/b> Meaningful family experiences focused on learning about wild animals, supporting marine conservation, and making ethical entertainment choices<\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0,2\">.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">Format: PDF + Flipbook Access<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/stageforkids.com\/shop\/the-good-character-club-ebook-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1939\" src=\"https:\/\/stageforkids.com\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/The-Good-Character-Club-eBook-Series-Icon1-300x85.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"85\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stageforkids.com\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/The-Good-Character-Club-eBook-Series-Icon1-300x85.png 300w, https:\/\/stageforkids.com\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/The-Good-Character-Club-eBook-Series-Icon1-1024x290.png 1024w, https:\/\/stageforkids.com\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/The-Good-Character-Club-eBook-Series-Icon1-768x217.png 768w, https:\/\/stageforkids.com\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/The-Good-Character-Club-eBook-Series-Icon1-600x170.png 600w, https:\/\/stageforkids.com\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/The-Good-Character-Club-eBook-Series-Icon1.png 1450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><span data-path-to-node=\"2,0\"><strong><i data-path-to-node=\"2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Good Character Club eBook Series<\/i><\/strong> offers gentle, age-appropriate stories designed to help young children navigate real-world challenges, complex emotions, and sensitive life situations<\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"2,2\">. 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