In the myth of Perseus, the hero survives Medusa by looking at her reflection in a polished shield rather than staring directly at danger. Charlotte Mason believed great literature serves a similar purpose. Through story, children encounter courage, folly, sacrifice, beauty, and truth at a fitting distance. Imagination becomes the means by which moral judgment is gently formed. This workshop explores how carefully chosen books shape a child’s inner life—not through moralizing, but through living ideas. We will consider how stories nourish discernment, strengthen affections, and enlarge the moral imagination. With both philosophical clarity and practical application, Sheila Carroll will offer guidance on selecting and using great books to foster thoughtful, resilient, and well-formed young people.