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Sparks of Courage: Inspirational Card Deck
Sparks of Courage is a card deck featuring 26 translated Chinese expressions on the power of bravery and grit.
Flip each card to dive deeper into the cultural origins of each expression.
This joyfully vibrant deck makes for the perfect gift, whether for yourself or a kindred spirit in your life.
- 26 full color cards
- Card dimensions: 2.75” x 4.75”
- Deck depth: 0.45”
- 350 GSM high quality matte card stock
Take a peek at our cards
FRONT
Enjoy the translated saying paired with a colorful, modern illustration that captures its essence.

BACK
Discover the written expression in its original language, its pronunciation, and literal meaning.
Lastly find out more about the saying's origins, along with any cultural stories or traditions.

Getting started
There is no right or wrong way to enjoy our cards!
But if you want ideas, here are a few.
Reflect
Think back on the greatest moments of courage in your life.
Inspire
Set intentions for your dreams or next project with a card (or two).
Connect
Use your favorite expressions as a prompt for good conversation
Learn
Expand or test your knowledge of Chinese culture and sayings.
A few illustrated expressions from the deck

A little note from us
Little Fires Co. is our way of sparking inspiration and great conversations about the magic of languages and cultures everywhere.
Our Sparks of Courage deck, illustrated by Cat and edited by Bon, is the first of what we hope to be many journeys into the cultures of our world.
We hope you enjoy, dear friends!
Sparks of Courage: Inspirational Card Deck
Sparks of Courage is an illustrated card deck of 26 inspiring Chinese expressions on the power of persistence, bravery, and grit.
Front: Translated expression with illustration
Back: The expression in Chinese, pinyin pronunciation, origins, and cultural tidbits
- 26 full color cards
- Card dimensions: 2.75” x 4.75”
- Deck depth: 0.45”
- 350 GSM (high quality matte card stock)

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