Three Cheers for Catherine the Great!

When Sara's grandmother, Catherine the Great, announces that she doesn't want any presents for her birthday, Sara is puzzled about how to celebrate. Her mother explains that a 'NO PRESENT' can be any heartfelt gesture. While others come up with their own ideas, Sara decides to teach her grandmother how to read and write English, inspired by the Russian newspapers and books at her home. This story, filled with warmth and cultural heritage, highlights how sometimes, the best gifts are not material but come from the heart.