So simple that any child can understand it, yet so richly meaningful that adults also appreciate it, the story of the wooden puppet who longed to be a real boy. Challenged by an escalating series of misadventures, Pinocchio must learn to be selfless, respectful, and honest in order to fulfill his wishes and lose his strings. A childhood favorite, Pinocchio endures as a rite of passage and illustrates the difficulties of growing up, staying true to oneself, and being kind to others.