Short stories Books

A charming book about a Giraffe named Cam and his emotional journey of losing his beloved sneakers. Will Cam ever find his cherished sneakers?  Follow Cam and his friends on this fun adventure and find out!

Stomp, stomp, stomp-Billy the Bass knew it was Grandpa. Yeah and hooray! the family is coming back to the dock.Billy the Bass and the Dock Family is a story about Billy's adventures with the creatures under the dock and the families that spend their...

It's not easy being a kid. There's so much to learn, from potty to cleanup. And a kid's dirty room is always near the top of the list. In this story, little Dan learns how to be neat when a family of smelly green giants-along with their livestock-moves...

Can You Help Me Sign My Name is a short story and cursive workbook. Many schools do not teach cursive writing anymore. As parents, we still can! Learning starts at home first. This book can help with your children's reading and writing development all at...

A girl who runs away from perfection and life.A boy who runs away for perfection and life.Words have it that there is a village deep in the woods, where the outcasts and forlorns go. Where the abandoned finds solitude. Where yesterdays roll into...

ONE grandfather had a castle, the other grandfather raised horses - she chose to run with horses.These incredible stories - based both in fact and in fiction - highlight the importance of human/animal relationships, the natural habits within the animal...

According to the UN Environmental Program (unep.org) 150-200 plant, insect, bird, and mammal species become extinct every 24 hours. This means that we will never see them again, so we will never have the time to study them in depth. We will never know if...

When Jessica isn't feeing well, her mum comes up with an idea to make her better, and feel better she does, but there's a drastic turn for Jessica's mum as she gets Jessica to help. It might just turn out to be her worst decision yet.

While the animals in the savannah know Minky has trouble controlling her unruly tongue, most are still having trouble believing the charming little monkey is guilty, even after her confession. But there's no doubt in the mind of the new magistrate, Judge...

Detective Spinoza, a rumpled and disheveled sheepdog from the City, has been summoned to Farmsville to help his old friend Judge Bogart, an old saddle donkey, investigate the death of a little mouse found on the floor of the great barn. While...

The stakes couldn't be higher for Bromo the Brahma. The friendly bull stands accused of trashing Ms. Kitty's china shop and the famed prosecutor, Braxton W. Fox, has vowed to make an example of him at his trial. Bromo's best friend, a kind-hearted and...

With the championship hockey game against the Bears only days away, the Moose have lost their goaltender. Desperate to find the missing cow, the Moose have hired Teddy Howell's old friend, Detective Dirty Hairy, a drooling rottweiler from the City, to...

The beautiful West Highland White Terrier arrived at the dog park in New York with no idea how it happened. She was supposed to go to Buckingham to be a royal pet, but was somehow sent to Queens instead. As she struggles to find her way in the bustling...

The Beautiful Baseball Bat is an exciting true story about a young boy's love of baseball and his new baseball bat. The bat is amazing, just like the professionals use; it will make him the star of his team. Love of the bat causes a dangerous situation...

There is an increase in the number of rising kindergarten students lacking fine motor skills.Hello, I am Pencil! I am a writing tool to help kids in a fun-loving way. I share the joy of using your pencil correctly, and I encourage children to enjoy...

Meowsers is about a beautiful Chinchilla cat who is a stray looking for the perfect family to come home to. Meowsers goes on different journeys to find the perfect family. After you read Meowsers, you will want to adopt a beautiful cat of your own.

Story of a Coconut out in the sea looking for peace and solitude. Suddenly the coconut is being attacked and finds itself lonely on the sand. A stranger comes along and places the coconut in a bag. The coconut finds itself among friends at a fruit stand.

The Bookworm is proud to present its eighth collection of outstanding short stories written by Vail Valley students. Inside these pages, you will find big breakfasts, superpowers, and tests of friendship that will make you wish the stories never end."I...

Getting through the week can be quite the adventure. Sometimes it can even make you a little BANANAS!Meet Murphy, a BOXER puppy who is eager to enjoy every day to the fullest. From the Monday BLUES to THANK GOD IT'S FRIDAY!Follow Murphy as she navigates...

Hairy Harry is a positive young boy with an open mind, always looking to explore new adventures. Hairy Harry welcomes the fears and adversities that we all face in life.Join Hairy Harry as he sets out on daily adventures, as you never know what's next.

"Millie's Mirror" by Peggy Boshard is a heartwarming book that explores the idea of learning as we grow old. Through the eyes of the main character, Millie, readers are reminded that life is about the lessons we learn, not the things we lose. By...

Denver Pontiac discovers a diary in his attic that he wrote through much of his childhood and adolescence. At the age of 65, Denver relives his past he discovers that he has had a blessed life and that he learned a lot of life lessons along the way.

Color your own pages in this heartwarming and educational story about a loveable long-eared bat named Clumsy as he learns to strike out on his own, encountering obstacles and learning to press on despite his mishaps along the way.This is a full-length,...

"...Deep in the mud in front of her there, lay a huge print-not one from a bear!...." Three adventurous siblings, and their faithful dog, playing in the forest one rainy summer day, see more than the frogs and snails they had set out to...

Jack lost his favourite balloon, but don't worry, Amelia will help him find it! Follow Jack and Amelia on a journey of friendship and adventure through beautiful Saskatchewan in and away they went.

Once upon a time, in the Land of Vegetation, there lived a King and a Queen and a Prince and Princess in a beautiful castle. And on the edge of the capital city, there lived a wise woman in a small cottage with a big garden. These are the stories of the...

It's Skylar's first day at school, and she is excited to be there. She's less excited, however, when she sees all the other children. Unfortunately for Skylar, she is used to being on her own and never having to share anything. Pretty soon, she is...

The Bookworm is proud to present its tenth collection of outstanding short stories written by Vail Valley students. Inside these pages, you will find steadfast determination, the kindness of strangers, and plenty of hot sauce, that will...

Blankets are the best! Do you have one?I love my blanket a lot; let me tell you why . . .This book is a short story about a young girl and the safety blanket she has grown up with. Join her in rediscovering what she loves about her blanket.

10-Minute Bedtime Stories: What Will Baby Discover Today? Ideal Books for 12-18 Months"10-Minute Bedtime Stories: What Will Baby Discover Today?" is designed specifically for babies aged 12-18 months, offering short, engaging, and soothing tales that...

Gachery is an author with a passion for art and design. Her inspiration is drawn from the open blue skies, red soil, the vibrant colours of the markets, and the diverse community she grew up in.History was passed down through storytelling and music in...