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It's finally the day of Penelope's ballet performance! While on her way to the theater, she peers
out at the city she loves, San Francisco. Her nerves kick in, and excitement turns into worry. What if I trip, slip, or mess up my skip?The curtains open, and the piano plays. Will Penelope overcome her fears and take the big stage?
Manoli Pontikis, a young Greek mouse, lives in a small village with his family. As the youngest of five, he feels like he does not have a talent like his older siblings.
What if I don't find something that sets me apart?
I've tried swimming and tumbling; I'm no good at art.
Now listen to me, whispered Mom in his ear,
You were born to be special, there's a reason you're here.
Join Manoli as he journeys through his village in Greece and searches for what makes him special. A story of self-discovery, Manoli the Greek Mouse illustrates the power of kindness.
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What happens when a shy little girl finds the courage to explore a new place? An exciting world is revealed!
Follow Margot to a city called Amsterdam where she faces her fears and discovers new things with curiosity and bravery. She rides a bike over canals, visits a museum with sunflowers, and meets kids that are different yet the same, but the big question is . . . will Margot find ANY pancakes in Amsterdam?
I walk past many trees and up over giant boulders. I walk slowly and quietly and peek between three granite rocks. What do I see? I see three foxes eating breakfast together, just like my family and me.
When Clara looks out her window, her curiosity brings her into the forest where she observes a young family of Maine gray foxes at the edge of her family home. Join Clara in this first of many adventures. What will you and Clara learn together along the way? Will your adventurous curiosity take you out in the beauty of a forest, or perhaps on a hike or bike trail ride? This story invites you, the reader, to write, draw, and share your adventures too!
Share your stories and drawings on ClarasCuriosity.com
We were called The Little Potatoes and Hard to Peel . . . we were smaller than the other kids and maybe not as talented, but we always played with our hearts. So, it didn't matter if we won or lost, we never got down, because we knew on the inside . . . we were tuff and hard to peel.
This is how David's grandfather, Pop Pop, begins a legendary story about his little league baseball team during a family reunion in Kentucky, along the winding Ohio River. As the tale unravels, David starts to think Pop Pop might be teaching him more than just the rules of baseball. Back home in Georgia, David is embarking on a new adventure as he begins middle school, a time of exciting changes that he will navigate single-handedly. David was born without his right hand, a glitch that allows him to adapt differently to all experiences. Soon, he finds himself wondering if he can follow in his grandfather's footsteps and join his little league all-star team with one mitt. Full of vulnerability and despair, humor and hope, we learn the universal power of his grandfather's story as it echoes in David's life, reminding us to not let challenges, obstacles, and perceived limitations peel away the core of our humanity.
Little redheaded Sarah Scarbuck struggles to be proud of her badge of honor: an open-heart surgery scar.
Other kids don't have an eight-inch scar. Even though Sarah's parents always remind her of her strength from her superhero scar, sometimes she wonders if she can still do everything that other kids do. As Sarah gets older, she falls in love with playing volleyball. She follows her mother to practices as she coaches, and she never misses a chance to play in the backyard with her brother. Her dream is to one day play volleyball in college and show others with badges of honor that they can still chase their dreams. Where will Sarah Scarbuck and her superhero scar go?
In a world where everyone seems to fit in, Little Fart feels unmistakably out of place. Too smelly, too dirty, and too squeaky, Little Fart wanders the meadow in search of a friend who can see past his exterior.
Little Fart faces rejection at every turn. But he doesn't give up, because even the smelliest among us can have the biggest hearts.
The Lonely Little Fart teaches young readers about perseverance, the importance of keeping an open heart, and the timeless lesson that everyone, no matter how different, can find a place where they belong. Filled with laughter, acceptance, and the power of friendship, this tale will show children that sometimes the best friends come in the most unexpected forms.
Sollers whisks young readers away from reality and into a land of magnificent imagination . . . a robust adventure that will have youngsters hooked. --Readers' Favorite 5-star Book Reviews
A Tall Tale is a humorous and energetic fable, sure to appeal to family audiences and curious questioners. --The Children's Book Review
The book encourages one to find mutual respect for others, develop clear and respectful solutions to problems, and work together as a community in order to create a better livelihood for all. -- RECOMMENDED rating from The US Review of Books
Winner of the Mom's Choice Award
This is the story of two rival communities living in valleys separated by a ridge. The Have-Alls live in a fertile, beautiful valley with their leader, Chief Somebody, and their prized pets, the Squatz. In the other valley, one more desolate and barren, live the No-Haves and their leader, Chief Nobody.
The No-Haves, always jealous of the Have-Alls' pets, decide to gather the Squatz for themselves. What results is a fierce tug-of-war that changes the two communities--and the Squatz--forever!
This is a story of dreams, desires, hope, determination, and never giving up. It also offers the observation that what others think is beautiful may not really matter. Beauty is truly in the eyes of the beholder, and paired with the spirit of Christmas, maybe we can make the world just a little more perfect!
The BookFest second place award winner in fiction, children's picture books.
Lila's dreams of becoming a ballerina all began with a not-so-perfect pair of ballet slippers, a tutu that might make Lila float away, and the petrifying ballet barre. Lila questions if her dreams can come true and if she can ever be as amazing as her friend, Jasmine, an aspiring prima ballerina. Lila's pet pit bull, Asparagus-Gus for short-and her mom remind Lila that her special purple cape, confidence, and courage can help any dancer, whether brand new or experienced, get through scary feelings and belly butterflies to be a SUPER ballerina.
Veer embarks on a journey into the Enchanted Forest to find and bring a golden apple for his grandma. On his adventure, he meets a hungry bear in search of honey. Together, they help each other on their quests and find friendship along the way.
What challenges does Veer face on his quest for the golden apple, and how does he overcome them? Join Veer on this exciting adventure and find out!
From high to low and from land to sea, birds are all around us.
Have you ever stopped for a moment to see and listen to the birds around you? Have you noticed the vibrant red of the cardinal or the sweet singsong voice of a canary? How many colors can you count on a peacock's feathers?
Prepare to take flight as readers go on an adventure across the world to learn about our feathered friends. You may just realize that their beauty lies in their diversity--just like ours.
For many years, people have claimed to have spotted a mysterious creature drifting on the surface of Lake Omigosh. One day, when Felix and Harry decide to go canoeing, a bad storm arrives, putting the two in real danger. Who will come to their rescue when their canoe flips over and the boys are left stranded in the middle of the lake? Fuel your imagination with Adventures at Lake Omigosh.
Mila is a special kid who loves to make things. In fact, she loves to make things so much, she's called Mila the Maker. One day, Mila gets a brand new jigsaw puzzle with a lot of pieces--200! But even with so many pieces, Mila knows exactly what to do. She has a plan!
Or does she?
Find out what happens when Mila's plan doesn't go as expected. When nothing seems to work, and Mila gets really, really mad. (Warning: things may get messy.) And discover, along with Mila, a great little trick that can help you when things get hard.
Visit Rachel at RachelLoftspring.com and connect with her on Instagram at @RachelLoftspring.
Winner of the Mom's Choice Award
Vivienne in Paris follows a young Parisian girl on a journey through Paris to find what makes her tick. Join Vivienne as she discovers the sights, smells, tastes, and sounds of the city that make her feel alive. What better place to explore, observe, and delight in her senses than Paris?
This book tells a story of mindfulness and insight into how the surrounding world can really move you. It unites curiosity, wonder, and marvel to enlighten, surprise, and tickle your deepest spirit. Sometimes it's the smallest things that bring you the greatest joy.
Have you ever wondered why you see so many different different Santas?
In The Santa Shield, Hayes and Elyse come across many different Santas. They see some at the mall, at the beach, and even at a friend's birthday party! But which is the real one?
Join this brother and sister duo as they uncover who the real Santa is and learn the importance of a secret organization, the Santa Shield.
Have you seen the real Santa?