When a new family moves into a house by a pond, they are excited about the wildlife that surrounds them. They learn about what lives in the pond and even take the time to bring food for the creatures and animals who live there. Unfortunately,...

The Banana Farm, a tale of trust and loving sacrifice by David Lane, is an enjoyable picture book for young children. One day, a grandpa tells his grandson Luke all about how his farm came to be and why it was called The Banana Farm...

The Little Penguin by Sheri Fink tells the tale of a small penguin who loved having fun, swimming, and gliding all over the place. One day, the little penguin accidentally ends up in a new and mysterious place where she finds the most beautiful and...

Life can be infinitely funny. Or, should I say punny? And who knows that better than children. Full of life and energy, children are always looking for the funny (aka punny) side of life. And what better way to share their joy of laughter than...

In The Girl Who Heard Music by Jeff R. Spalsbury, we learn about Sara, who isn’t like everyone else around her. The town she lives in is glum and sad and it affects everyone who lives there - except Sara, who dances around the town...

Dickens is a mischievous pup that wins the heart of Grandma. He comes into the family with lots of energy. When Grandma comes to visit, life changes. Grandma is a prim and proper gentlewoman. However, Dickens is anything but prim and proper. Read What the...

Finer Than Frog Hair by Scott Anderson is a fun tale set in Colorado and is chock full of idioms. The Newton family, from Denver, set out to visit their friends, the Colsgroves, who live in Steamboat Springs. The whole family is going, including their...

My Big Tow Book#2: The Adventures Of Captain Recovery by Kyle Chirgwin is an imaginative picture book for young children. Every day brings a new and exciting adventure for a young boy named Darren, also known as Captain Recovery. As always, Darren is eager to...

Children should take every opportunity to make new friends. Sometimes even adults can be afraid to meet new people, but having friends helps us feel a sense of belonging and provides security. Rasmoose the Christmas Moose is an entertaining story that will show children how...

We often delay talking about illness and death with children. It is normal not to worry them unduly, but they need to be informed about possible real-life situations to avoid confusion should these arise. This will enable them to externalize their doubts and fears. Ice...