Children's Family and home stories Books

Deep within the woodlands was a magical place.Join Soapy and her kittens as they embark on explorations filled with magic and wonder.But when Soapy senses danger lurking, she makes a difficult decision to keep her kittens safe.With a heavy heart, she...

Grandma is coming! Ben and Thor have the perfect idea. They're going to bake pupcakes for her.The brothers learn important lessons through this fun activity, such as hand washing, oven safety, taking turns, and sharing. With step-by-step instructions,...

Through both good times and hard times, a child is always supported by the dedication and love of their parents. This support is shown in many ways, and one of the best ways is with a hug ... a great bear hug for two!This charming book brings to life the...

In Kohkum's kitchen the family is large, the stove is warm, and the stew is oh so good. But just what makes this special stew so delicious? Is it Kohkum's recipes and knowledge, or Mushum's traditionally hunted moose meat? The grandchildren all think...

Notice Name Navigate is the first book in the Blooming Petals series. Little chipmunk, Nutmeg, experiences a lot of different emotions - but what do they all mean? While strawberry picking, Nutmeg gets upset that Ivy is not picking the strawberries...

Never Wake a Sleeping Nanny is a playful children's picture book with a heartfelt message.While Nanny rests she dreams of all the fun adventures she will have with her grandchildren when she wakes up. The story speaks to the importance of grandparents in...

It all began with a peaceful Saturday morning and a boy with nothing to do...Logan and his father are home one Saturday when Logan realizes he hasn't seen the Garbler recently and asks his father to wake it up. Even though his dad warns him that the...

When Sara leaves for college her brother Will misses her terribly. To help him cope withthis big change, his parents decide to surprise him with a sweet puppy. Elle is a fluffybundle of energy who loves to chew on socks, dig holes in the garden, and...

Dawn and Charm, the "twin" Soul Sistas, are embarking on a new adventure: going to school. But why? the twins lament to their parents. They don't understand why they can't just stay on the Spirit family's beloved farm and play with the animals. Together,...

The King is desperate for his daughter, Princess Alice, to get married, but she is more interested in working her way through the palace library. The King thinks Alice is too picky. Alice will not settle for anything less than the best (and the best...

Written by Linda EspieIllustrated by Gabrielle GreigA moving, compassionate, and beautifully illustrated book about children's grief after separation and divorce. The simplicity of language used, the powerful colour and clarity of the illustrations is...

Cheesesteaks and Clippers is an endearing look at important life lessons learned during a visit to a beloved local barber shop. Told from the perspective of a young boy, the humorous story and engaging illustrations capture the warmth and friendship...

Twin girls, Ann and Meg, and an osprey named Oskey always spend the Fourth of July in Massachusetts on Cape Cod. The girls come to visit their grandparents, while the osprey comes to raise his family in a super-sized nest. A neighborhood parade, family...

From the family that brought you the Lena in the Spotlight series and the popular For Girls Like You magazine, comes Ashton's Dancing Dreams, book 2 in the Daniels Sisters series, in which 10-year-old Ashton must learn to work as a team to achieve her...

Morgan's Magic follows a little girl named Morgan, and takes us along on her magical discoveries.Morgan has a wand, a wooden star-shaped wand, with ribbons as colorful as a rainbow.Morgan knows her wand is special and has an interesting backstory from...

Follow the heartwarming story of Lisa, a young girl who befriends a homeless man and goes on a journey of compassion and understanding. Through her kindness and perseverance, Lisa helps the man find a new home and a new life. A touching tale about the...

The book follows Sami, a biracial baby, who grows up in a bicultural home mixed with Bangladeshi and American culture. The story embeds common Bangla transliterated words throughout Sami's nighttime routine. From the foods he eats (kichuri = a common...

Patroosh, the pelican, and Seamus, the seagull, are two feathered friends always up for an adventure, no matter how big or small. But one day, something unexpected happens that they could never have imagined.Join Patroosh and Seamus on their journey as...

My daughter, Monique F. Gray, was a Peace Corps volunteer who served in Guinea, West Africa. Monique served in Guinea for 27 months. Visiting Monique for two weeks gave me a chance to explore the community, learn about the culture, and help make a...

FINNA LIT tells the story of a young boy who shows creativity, heart and, most importantly, the entrepreneurial spirit in his journey to becoming a kid entrepreneur. He uses his wits and experiences to create his own path to financial independence. His...

After being suddenly overcome by a mysterious case of the Chilly Willies, nine-year-old Victoria James navigates her way through a day as a fourth grader at Riverview Elementary School. With the help of her best friend Janie Finch, an oversized sweater,...

My name is Lateefah Butts. I am from Philadelphia, PA and currently live in Atlanta, GA. I have a two-year-old daughter who is my world! The children in my life have inspired me to write a children's book. This book represents all of the children around...

After 11 years of trying different fertility treatments, we were blessed with a beautiful baby boy. Wanting to express to him just how special he was, I wrote this book for him on his first birthday. This story about a family of ducks introduces the...

Eddie, the Stubborn Elephant If you were given one wish, what would you wish for? Eddie, the elephant, gets a chance to wish for anything he wants. But before his wish will be granted by the legendary owl, he must first prove to bea good listener. Will...

Almost certainly destined to become an instant classic, Baxter and the Blueberry Bush explores the notions of free will and capriciousness that define what it means to be a sentient creature in a wide world of choices - even if that sentient creature is...

منير طفلٌ ذكيٌ، دقيق الملاحظة، وملاحظته للأحداث مِن حوله جعلته يكتشف قيمة المال، وأهمية الثَّراء، فَقَرَّرَ البحْث عن طريقة ممتازة تجعله يملك المزيد والمزيد مِن الأموال حين يكبَر، فماذا فعل يا تُرى لتحقيق هدفه؟

In the charming children's book "Happy Papi," readers are invited to join Papi, the once happy and loving Grandpa Dino, on a quest to find his lost smile. With gorgeous illustrations and a captivating story, this book offers valuable lessons and adds joy...

Kyndell and The Golden Ticket is a heartwarming story of a young girl that faces challenges, and she feels defeated. She learns that falling down is okay, but what is important is rising again. This book has several "warm centers" that are dear to my...

Inspired by the growth of her family and their journey through infertility, adoption, and foster care, author Ashley Rae (Klinger) has introduced A Shrub Not a Tree as the first book in a special collection of children's books aimed at empowering and...

Spring to Summer, Fall to Winter is a picture book for children ages zero to eighty-eight that evokes the joy of each season with colorful, sensory-rich poetry and images. As the magic of each season comes to an end the wonder of a new season begins. As...

All children love trips to the zoo! Families like to make a day of visiting thee zoo with their kids. This book walks you and your children through the zoo with beautiful illustrations. There is also a fun game they can play as they read. This is a...

Join Sj, Nia, and Sam in a heartfelt conversation about the true meaning of Easter/Resurrection Sunday. In this engaging dialogue, the siblings discuss the holiday's significance, sharing their perspectives and reflecting on Jesus Christ as the...

Mallory Mouse may be tiny, but she captures hearts in a big way during her journey through foster care. While it may seem that Mallory begins her journey alone, she is never truly alone, as God is by her side the entire time. Mallory experiences love...

A Multigenerational Celebration of Masculine Love & CaretakingTeddy is an energetic, rough-and-tumble little cub who loves riding his trike fast-fast-fast, his Daddy and his stuffie, Bear. Teddy knows how to be a good dad to Bear, because he learned...

Marcus can't wait to join his friends Gyo and Ezra in the "lost tooth" club. But as the seasons change and the months go by, Marcus's teeth just won't budge. Will his turn ever come?"Wonder in the Waiting" is a beautifully illustrated children's picture...

When Grandpa and Mimi lost their memories, we promised to remember for them. We have stories, keepsakes, and pictures in all shapes in sizes to help us. We keep the memory keepers for them now. Alzheimer's has impacted our families in ways that we...

Ezra lives in the Spooky House with his wonderful, silly, and magical family. As he introduces each member, Ezra shows that while they may be different, they are all loving and lovable. Full of color, magic, and authenticity, Ezra's Family in the Spooky...

This is a story from the perspective of a hardworking dad trying to provide for his family through all the chaos. His love for his family is what drives him, and his career at the SRS is rewarding. He is ambitious and dreams of a bright future for...

Scampy is a delightful children's picture book about a young white squirrel who learns that choosing kindness over revenge brings a new understanding of Christmas, resulting in a new friend and a visit from Santa.

We Learn Together: Bible Stories is meant to help children understand the Bible through the people and important events that took place in the Bible. Delightful and fun color pages are included in the entries in order to help children relate to the...

About the BookEighteen-year-old Ara has just lost her parents. In the aftermath of their death, she finds strange and beautiful artifacts hidden away. With the sudden appearance of Ethan, an old friend of her parents, she begins to learn the incredible...

Hassan had a problem. His grandmother was unlike any of the grandmothers he had ever seen! Her looks were different, her dress was different, and she even spoke differently. They were family but it was like they came from two different worlds. Hassan...

There is no greater bond than that between a grandchild and their grandparents. There is nothing more precious than the moments they spend together.In a refreshingly new spin on family fun, Molu and Naanu honors this special love between a baby and his...

While out on a walk, Daddy notices that Baby Corinne seems to be having a conversation with the wind. While he can't understand what they are saying to each other, he can imagine what they might be talking about...and might even join in!

God Created You is filled with simple biblical truths to remind readers that God created him or her and the world around them for a purpose. God knew the exact time we would be born and the family line we would be a part of. He created each of us to have...

Mommy and Me is about a day in the life of Amiri and his mother, Alexis. In this children's book you will see the journey they take out into the world.In this heartfelt and poignant book, explore the intricate and profound bond between a black mother and...

Este conmovedor libro se enfoca en la conexión emocional entre hermanos y cómo estos pueden lidiar con sus deferencias. Conoce a Carlos, el amoroso hermano mayor que adora pasar su tiempo acompañado de su hermana menor Missy. Sin embargo, Carlos algunas...