Children's Family and home stories Books

Mummy and Daddy can tell that Eli is very tired and that he needs to go to bed, but Eli is pretty sure that he isn't tired just yet! How on earth will Mummy and Daddy be able to convince Eli to get ready to go to bed?

Tannis, Tanya and Taylor, are known as the TRIPLE TERRIBLE T's. These three crazy cousins manage to make every situation entertaining...at least for themselves.Their parents, however, have other ideas.

The story "Two Sisters Too Many" follows Avah as she describes the ups and downs of being a big sister to not only one, but two sisters. Being a big sister can be an exciting time, but sometimes it can be overwhelming. Sometimes she can't...

No self-respecting youth would allow hierarchy and bureaucracy to impede his progress toward setting the world right and soon Luke finds himself immersed in the murky world of politics. Desires by a classmate at a bonfire, the death of a good friend,...

Laura Wellington is a self-proclaimed 'plain Jane'. All's she wants out of high school is a best friend; someone to pal around with and talk about boys with. Once she encounters three known bullies, her life changes. Go on the journey through Laura's...

Michael O'Brien, a somewhat spoiled 12-year-old, is puzzled when his workaholic mom insists on a two-month road trip, to New Mexico, in the middle of the school year.

Katy's Debate is the second book in the Katy Lambright Series by bestselling author Kim Vogel Sawyer, which follows sixteen-year-old Katy as she adjusts to life outside her Old Order Mennonite community in Kansas. Katy's dad is courting Rosemary Graber,...

This heart-warming picture book will take you and your loved one on a family's journey as they wait for their soldier to come home. All age groups can enjoy When My Soldier Comes Home.When My Soldier Comes Home is perfect for everyday reading or special...

Is Jasper "out of control"?The ADHD and Me is the comical and heart-warming story of eight-year-old Jasper and his invisible sidekick. Follow Jasper's journey on a roller coaster of ups and downs, laughter and tears as he and those around him learn to...

A fantastic father and son fishing day with a twist! The fishing challenge was set; however, nobody could have guessed what would happen next. A serious day turns into one of the funniest days out. Who won and how?

Meet Rowan, a charming, adventurous, fun-seeking little boy, who just happens to be a prince! Prince Rowan's ideal vision for each day includes an abundance of play, fun and laughter. Unfortunately, his loving and overprotective parents have a different...

A new Christmas tradition to bring the whole family together! Christmas Treasure Hunt tells a charming and delightful story of Santa preparing to deliver a game on Christmas Day.Beyond the fun of the story, the heart of this book can truly help create a...

It is never too early to learn healthy boundaries. Tonio has a new baby sister, Tina, and he loves her so much. Tonio quickly learns that Tina doesn't always want to be hugged or touched. Read more to discover how their relationship transforms when Tonio...

Peg is a trouble-making pirate. She is mean, sneaky, and never shares. Peg has a little pet monkey named Fetch. Fetch always listens to Peg and steals silver and gold from the people who live on the islands they visit. Come along on a journey to see...

Frank the dog has a great life in the city with his mom and dad. He enjoys every part of his life and never wanted it to change. Then the day came that Frank found out he was moving, and his world crumbled down around him. Join Frank and all his antics...

Let's journey to the earth and sky, where adventures wait for you and I.Sky adventures . . .Moonbeams, rainbows, dancing clouds and a magical snowflake. Adventures that go beyond the imagination for young minds to explore and expand.Earth adventures . . ...

After a freak accident which leaves Tori blind, she acquires a unique ability that allows her to sense the thoughts and feelings of inanimate objects, and enables her to travel to new and unexplored places. Join Tori as she and her siblings embark on the...

In the tradition of Clementine and Ramona Quimby, meet Bat. Author Elana K. Arnold returns with another irresistible story of friendship in this widely acclaimed series starring an unforgettable boy on the autism spectrum.For Bixby Alexander Tam...

When a family argument turns into an urgent hunt for a missing child, seventeen-year-old Annie Boots must do everything in her power to bring her nephew home safely. Chris Crutcher, the acclaimed and bestselling author of Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes,...

The first semester at Hembree Elementary School was filled with intrigue and mystery as three mischievous fifth grade boys learned a valuable lesson about themselves. The first-year school, under the supervision of the disciplined, yet encouraging...

The most beloved basketball player in the tiny suburban town of Glenn Falls, New Jersey is busy trying to figure out how to heal the wounds of his separated family. Mark McNulty and his sister Emily are just two average kids who happen to be the...

Just like a tree branch being fed through a wood chipper, this human arm was being fed into some sort of crusher the same way, with blood splattering everywhere! The guy doing the feeding had to turn his face to avoid drenching it with blood!

Samantha In Europe is a novel written by Marietta Holley. It is a story about a young American girl named Samantha who travels to Europe with her family. During her journey, Samantha experiences various adventures and learns about the different cultures...

The age-old question has always been, is a child's behaviour based on genetics or environmental factors? That question won't be answered here by O'neal because he is only two years old. O'neal the Observer is a short story about a Black boy who is paying...

"Red is my favourite colour and I like all things shiny, but I'm feeling sad because the apples that I want to eat are still very tiny."Go on a journey with Maraca the alpacaas she learns the importance of being patient!

Max wakes up early one northern summer morning and is surprised to find the rest of his family still asleep. He heads back to bed, but cannot sleep with the sun shining through his curtains! This leads to an adventure, as Max tries to find a way to keep...

What does you in--brain or heart?Frannie asks herself this question when, a week before she turns fifteen, her dad dies, leaving her suddenly deprived of the only human being on planet Earth she feels understands her. Frannie struggles to make sense of a...

Mommy keeps waiting for Johnny to put on his pajamas, but Johnny is not listening. He is being silly and trying everything to delay having to get into bed. A book full of humor that shows every boy and girl's silliness and the love between a child...

A grandfather's story comes alive through the adventures of a young starfish who finds courage as he remembers the lessons his mother taught him. Inspired by the beautiful Pacific Northwest coastline, "Sixto the Smiling Starfish" is a beautifully...

Catch My Kiss, The Forever Ride is the third book in the Catch My Kiss series.  Follow this fun-loving family of bears on a day trip adventure to the amusement park!  They encounter all kinds of ups, downs, twists, and turns and learn that they...

Welcome to Mr. Nate Books!Mr. Stuffer Stuffed the Turkey is the 4th book and launched Fall 2019. Mr. Stuffer Stuffed the Turkey captures the wonderful American Thanksgiving tradition. Thanksgiving is filled family and food, and Thanksgiving becomes a...

You and your little one are invited to spend the day with Alex and his mommy as they go to the circus! During the day with Alex, you will sing songs about putting on your jacket, taking off your socks and shoes, and being patient while waiting in...

Although Angel loves her little brother Rags dearly, the constant responsibility of caring for him weighs heavily on her young shoulders. "Delton has created a flesh-and-blood child whom readers will take to their hearts. Each little jewel of a...

This book I'm presenting to you all is about encouraging and empowering children to positively express themselves through the use of their words and to develop a healthy, positive attitude and behaviour in their everyday living, at home, school or the...

This is a beautiful book for children who want to know how the tooth fairy began, and how you can keep her alive for generations to come by having good daily hygiene routines. Save the Tooth Fairy explains what can happen in the magical world if teeth...

Life in Harlem isn't easy, but Tippy and his grandmother are doing okay. Then Grandma Carrie gets sick, and Tippy goes to live with Lonnie, his father. Lonnie's got his own thing going on, and he doesn't have much room in his life for a son he barely...

From actresses Tia and Tamera Mowry comes Double Trouble, the second book in their Twintuition series about the super-special--and sometimes supernatural--bond between sisters! Identical twins Cassie and Caitlyn Waters have adjusted to small-town life,...

Teddy goes from record breaker to friendship fixer in the heartwarming and hilarious follow-up to Molly B. Burnham's 2016 Sid Fleischman Humor Award-winning debut, Teddy Mars: Almost a World Record Breaker, now in paperback.Win or lose, friends stick...

An intricately woven debut psychological mystery and a profound coming of age story for fans of Made You Up by Francesca Zappia and All the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven. "Introduces a fierce new presence." --Publishers Weekly (starred review)"5 out of...

It's 1814 and Charlotte lives just outside the city of Boston. She always has something to look forward to--tending Mama's garden, visiting Papa's blacksmith shop, and embarking on her very own Scottish adventure! This middle grade novel is an excellent...