Children's Family and home stories Books

Rufus is a farm cat.  As such, his code of ethics drives him to the highest standards of moral character and noble thoughts.  This may seem corny to you, but it is a duty he takes quite seriously.  The animals and people under his...

Help your child go from GRUMPY to GRATEFUL with this adorable story about gratitude. For ages 3-7, preschool through 2nd grade.Grunt the Grizzly was a grumpy bear. He woke up on the wrong side of the bed, his fur was a mess, and his breakfast was cold...

All Harry wants is to go about his normal routine and to be left alone, but instead a whiny dragon interrupts his tranquil life over breakfast. How can he shake this tearful dragon and get back to his peaceful life?Though he’s determined to ignore...

A 2023 Skipping Stones Honor Award Winner: Best of Multicultural & International BooksKesar's baby sister Kamal will not sleep. Their entire village in the Great Rann of Kutch is kept awake by the infant's cries and her parents are exhausted. When...

It was Hans Christian Andersen who brought us the story of "The Little Mermaid," "The Ugly Duckling," "The Emperor's New Clothes," and other classic folk and fairy tales, legends and myths, such as the "The Princess...

Andrew and his grandmother are best friends and spend their time together telling stories of conquering imaginary dragons (fear) by being brave (looking fear in the eye). As Gram ages and her life ends, Andrew is left to battle the dragons alone until he...

There's Always Hope is a fictionalized story of actual events. The story revolves around college graduation day for Hope as she looks back at her life and the struggles and issues she encountered when her parents divorced. The story begins when Hope...

This rapid-paced story for young readers from best-selling author Jonathan London churns with heart-stopping adventure as rafting novice Aaron confronts more than just white water on a life-changing trip in the wilds of Utah's canyonlands.

Having two young nieces anxiously awaiting the arrival of a new brother or sister, Deva Berg wrote the "Tail of Two Sisters" as a way of engaging them in the wonderful ADVENTURE that a family addition can bring. Kendall and Delaney's characters discover...

Scarlett’s mom tells her the wonderfully unique story of how she came into being through embryo donation. Along the way, Scarlett hears about the challenges her mom and dad faced in trying to have a baby, as well as the ultimate good news of her...

Louis's sister, Emily, is blind. She’s also in the marching band, gets great grades, sculpts in clay, and has the biggest bedroom in the house to accommodate her Braille machine.  Everyone thinks Emily’s accomplishments are...

Experience the joy of baking a cake with a mother and her child on a rainy day. With the recipe included, you and your child can share the joy of baking together.        

This is book seven of the Penny Mouse Early Reader Series. There are a lot more words in this book than in book six of the Penny Mouse Early Reader Series, and this will be very exciting for your child; because your child is getting closer to being able...

A baby croc is comingThe hatch date's nearly dueThe parents have a storyYoung readers, it's for you!

Grandad introduces you to Hellie and the Sensational Magic Carpet, an exciting adventure story for boys and girls (aged 7 to 10 years) that whisks you away on a mystery journey with Hellie and her friends, Sumera, Benji and Jaffa, her dog. Hellie and the...

When nine-year-old Luvella fears that she and her family may be forced to leave their early twentieth century Pennsylvania logging town, she struggles doggedly to achieve the dream she thinks will save them.

The year is 1890 during the late Victorian times and Isabel and Peter are staying with their Aunt Emma during the Summer at Backworth Manor. There they meet their wonderful friend, Victoria. the friendly ghost! Victoria sings and dances spreading...

"I'll meet you in your dreams, my dear, no matter where you are." Though time and distance may separate us, love knows no boundaries. When we are apart, we can imagine a dreamland adventure, where we will meet to laugh and play and run. Read along,...

Little Men recounts six months in the life of the students at Plumfield. The story begins with the arrival of Nat Blake, a shy young orphan who used to earn a living playing the violin. The school is not run on conventional lines. All the children have...

The book the Sparrow and the Mustard Seed is a children's book that tells a story that persons of all ages can relate to: love, joy, comfort, and protection. Parents, guardians, baby sitters, teachers or anyone who may be reading this story with or...

A humorous tale of a grandmother's attempt to overcome the accumulation of clutter that has consumed her home and overwhelmed her life. Told from a child's perspective, this story follows a grandmother and her helpers as they work to remedy this...

Inspired by a true story of love, selflessness, perseverance, and determination, A Family is Love, And It's Just Right for Us was written as a gift for Jessie's new sister Kim and her family. Kim saved Jessie's biological sister's life by donating her...

Did you know that after as little as 4 months in the womb, a developing baby can hear sounds? It starts with the beating of their mother's heart, then as time goes by they can hear more and more - including music!Not only can a baby in the womb hear, but...

Every kid is a bit goofy, and Mr. Maloof was no different. Until he grew up and became quite a grump. Then one day a little blue hair appeared right on the top of his head. With his new blue hair and the help of some neighborhood kids, Mr. Maloof is...

Dexter The Ducken discovers being true to yourself opens the possibility to enter a family that loves and accepts him just as he is. Dexter must create a new language to survive his early environment. His unusual ways of communicating make it difficult...

In the middle of the desert a lonely snake named Nate guards a mysterious lever. His days are filled with boredom and he finds himself talking to his scampering dinner nightly. Until Jack comes along and changes Nate's life. Jack, an aging talent...

What happens when GRRR, a contrary, contumacious cat keeps pooping on a Persian rug in a military household? The man of the house, Army Major Wiley, loves dogs but does not like cats. He threatens to make GRRR, “dust in the wind.”How does...

Rosie has been placed in foster care in an African American home. She misses comforts of home and talks about how different things are in her new home. Join Rosie as she learns that just because others look different doesn't mean they are and that things...

Looking for a way to approach the subject of adoption with your child?An adopted girl travels to Haiti to meet her biological family for the first time. Escorted by her adoptive parents, she is filled with many fears.Why didn't her birth parents keep...

Constant through the seasons of life, are Mommy and Little Girl's purposeful times of play and ♥♥ heart-to-heart ♥♥ talks. The soothing strokes of the hairbrush and the healing of uplifting words create an unbreakable...

Three Fishes in the Basket, a story about kindness, resilience, and unforgettable friendships, beautifully written by Tessa & Paul Chaze, and illustrated by SKlakina, is a lesson taught in the most fun way.Tessa and Paul Chaze's inspiring picture...

Parents and grandparents tell us that this book's 25 Christmas bedtime stories evoked many conversations about their own Christmas memories. And in this age of screen addiction, they appreciate the opportunity for kids to get involved in the story of one...

This heart-felt story tells of a little girl and her nanny, the fun times they have together, and their ways of coping when one of them moves away. ...The life of a nanny/babysitter is a delicate balance of love and professionalism, attachment and...

I Love You to Planet Peas and Carrots is a lovable story about children asking how far their grandmother’s love will reach. They have fun trying to come up with far away and imaginative places where her love can be found. Is...

On the surface, the story, The Two Shining Families reveals a family carving pumpkins to make a family of glowing jack-o-lanterns. The story depicts the shining of not one, but two families. The human family shines as they work together. The...

Five year old Molly anxiously awaits the moment when her father will give her one gift to open on Christmas Eve. What happens when she actually sees what's in the box?This delightful story will surely become a Christmas Eve read aloud tradition. Join...

Emu is a lovely bird, but she has one big problem. She can't run backwards!Follow Emu on her journey as she learns how a little creativity can help you solve the unsolvable.

Bandit Laferue is a very real dog and he has decided that he should be the voice of DAWGS everywhere.  He thinks he knows HUMANS well enough that he can help them to understand their pets AND that he can help pets understand their owners...

Waking up to the wet, soggy, and overall upsetting feeling of finding out that you were accidentally peed on by your five-year old little brother while he was sleeping doesn't exactly sound like a great way to start your morning. Wouldn't you agree? But...

A book about why moms are sometimes moody, told from a nine-year-old's point of view, this book depicts the emotional and physical challenges that some mothers face during their menstrual cycle. Moody Mommy is a funny and imaginative book that introduces...

My Mommy Takes Pictures-a children's book perfect for preschoolers-was written for author and photographer Manda Smarr Beers's youngest daughter, who always misses her mom when she goes on photoshoots. While the little girl in My Mommy Takes Pictures...

★ WINNER OF THE 2020 TILLYWIG BRAIN CHILD AWARD ★"A Wild Day at the Zoo is a sweet and educational picture book introduction to the wonders and diversity of the zoo, as well as the wonders and diversity of human languages. A passive lesson in...

On the first day of school the Katt family kittens meet Freddy who is in a wheelchair and cannot join in their games. Is Freddy no fun or does he have talents of his own?FREDDY’S NO FUN? is the third in a series of books about understanding...

"A Child's Love" is a heartwarming story evoking the unbreakable chain of love between mother and daughter. It dares the reader to hold back tears as a mother watches her daughter become a mother herself, and the daughter then tends to the mother's...

"He is safe here, but he needs to feel safe.""If he's not going home to his parents, why can't he stay with us?"Say YES Again is a story about Avery, a loquacious girl whose family welcomes foster children into their home. Avery gets a chance to be both...

Poppy is turning 8 and you are invited to the celebration! Journey into a lighthearted world of fun, joy, and family as Poppy takes you along for memorable adventures and a life that leaps from the pages.