Have you ever heard the saying, "You can't judge a book by its cover"? Even though Uncle Axie looked unusual, he had a heart of gold. Through various examples, he shows us that the world would be a better place if we all showed more kindness. His motto was, "Keep in mind, it's easy to be kind." UNCLE AXIE'S UGLY TIE is a book for primary school-age children, with an underlying message about kindness, sharing, and anti-bullying. This is a perfect read-aloud book for teachers, parents, counselors, and character education.