In Finding Joy by Raven Howell, we meet a young girl who quickly tells us about her first and second happiest days. The first is the day her giggly brother John (who likes peas) is adopted and the second is the day her family adopts...

Sometimes it's hard being a new kid at school or in the neighborhood because relationships have already been formed and this makes you feel like an outsider. When Cooper and his family moved across the street from a tree house, the neighborhood kids had a...

R.J. Tolson's Beginner Entrepreneurship for Kids: Activity Book is designed for kids ages 5 to 12 and is the initial offering in A Kid's Dream Series. It has a special objective in mind, which is to teach kids how to think out of the box...

Hope Has a Dream by Romina Vinci is a powerful and engaging picture book about friendship and standing up to racism. The book follows a young girl named Hope as she has a playdate with her best friend, Imani, who is black. The girls are...

Be You Big is a children’s picture book by Raven Howell. “Be you big, be you small, be you short, be you tall.” Some children are taller than others. Some are skinny, shy, or outspoken. Children can be very loud, or they can laugh a...

When we have thoughts that give us hope, optimism, and a good sense of humor, our days will be brighter. Our state of mind impacts how we act, which is why it is important to have the right perspective on life. A negative person stops...

When we express ourselves honestly, we remain true to ourselves and are authentic. Being honest sets us free from the burden of maintaining the contradiction between what we feel and what we express. Children should be taught that telling the truth is always better than...

The death of a loved one is hard to deal with and it's especially difficult for a child losing a parent. Depending upon the age of the child at the time of loss, they may or may not be able to articulate their emotions, as...

The Adventures of Big Head Bob and Long Neck Lisa: A Deep Dive into Friendship by David Bradley is an amusing and educational picture book for young children. One day, Long Neck Lisa and Big Head Bob each decide to spend their time scuba diving....

Pets provide great company and are a source of comfort for children, even when they are facing difficult life lessons. Keep in mind that a pet is a big responsibility, so it's best to talk to children in plain terms before adopting any kind of...