Children's Family and home stories Books

This little book tells the all too familiar story of children begging for a pet and then losing interest as other interests develop.The first happy scenes are of getting a much longed for puppy. But gradually the puppy gets forgotten as friends and...

Lucy wants to go to her moms Yoga class, but then learns that she doesn't need a class in order to do Yoga. Throughout the day, Lucy's mom points out when Lucy's body is in a Yoga pose. Lucy then sees that every body does Yoga, even her dolls and stuffed...

This story was written for adoptive families to explore the benefits of adoption openness. The main character, Deshaun, loves his family but always wondered about his biological family. Does he look like them? Did they love him? With the support of his...

The Lady Tickleworthy is not amused at the arrival of a baby brother. With her butt-ler and maid doing double-duty as footman and cook, she’s already short-staffed! Then, one day, after a severe tickling, she begins to appreciate her new sibling...

"In a house in the forest all covered with vines, Lived a very small rabbit who did nothing but whine." Thus begins the rhymed story of Peter and the Whimper-Whineys. Peter's mother warns him that if he cannot stop whining and crying, he'll have to go...

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. . ..but her black eyebrows gloom ominously and an evil smile shadows about the corners of her mouth as she passes father and son -- without taking the least notice of them. "I'm telling you, Malcolm," says Duncan, shuddering. "Beware that woman -- for...

Understood Betsy is a 1916 novel for children by Dorothy Canfield Fisher. The story tells of Elizabeth Ann, a 9-year-old orphan who goes from a sheltered existence with her father's aunt Harriet and cousin Frances in the city, to living on a Vermont farm...

Is Christian's messy room the fault of the Blue Baboon?Christian's room is in a terrible state. His mom knows that when his friends come over to play, his room ends up looking like a jungle. Christian says it's the fault of the Blue Baboon, but is this a...

Forgetting Places is a novel by S.P. Somtow, first published in 1987. The story follows J.J., a young boy grappling with the recent suicide of his brother, Ben. Seeking solace, J.J. stays at his aunt's house, where he embarks on a mysterious journey to...

I have written this book to honor the special bond that exists between grandparents and grandchildren. It is a unique relationship. A child can never have too much love. For the grandparents who are lucky enough to be close to their grandchildren and see...

This is a sweet, sweet book that will show what a true treasure a child is to their parents. It will ring true in every child's ear what a joy and prize they are to their parents. Dreams do come true. There is always hope, and with this book, a little...

The Superhero Within is the second book in The Adventures of Omolara series-a collection of Christian picture books. The second book in the series, The Superhero Within echoes the same rhyming pattern and lyrical rhythm, only this time readers meet...

Andrew The Sleuth And His Dog LincolnSeeking God's Heart Written and illustrated by Liz Yanis Deuteronomy 6:5New King James Version"You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength." Take an amusing,...

Lila is learning about colors and shapes in this colorful adaptation of the childhood game hide-n-seek. Lila looks for her sister throughout their home and encounters wonderful surprises at each turn. Sissy turns out to better at the game than what Lila...

If you came down to harsh facts -- which, it must be confessed, Anne of Avonlea seldom did until she had to -- it did not seem likely that there was much promising material for celebrities in Avonlea school; but you could never tell what might happen if...

Do you know you were as small as a peanut and as sweet as a mango before you breathed your first breath? Well, it's true. And now you're as big as you!

This book is about the journey of a young teenager who is desperately searching for the real love of her life but deep down she is unconsciously aware of this. The journey that is chosen is a tough one,filled with many temptations and trials,but in it...

This book is meant to help children understand the importance of buckling up when in the car. Seat belts are a necessary protective device that not only saves lives, but keeps them from being altered in many cases. The story is about my families...

This is a story about a family that does not have materialwealth but has something in life that possesses true meaningand everlasting results; love. Through the unconditional loveof one another and the stories that were told by the fathersof each...

A 14-year-old girl has to move to a new town. She has to start a new school, and make new friends. Her father is a teacher at the same school. Everytime something goes wrong, he finds out before she has a chance to explain.

Baseball aficionado father can not let go of his dream of making it to the major leagues. He tirelessly trains his son, since the day his son was born, to follow his dream to become a baseball player. And why wouldn't he? Everyone knows how close he was...

* "[A] heartwarming and richly engaging tale." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review When Inge Maria Jensen's mother dies, the ten-year-old girl in braids is sent from Copenhagen to live on her grandmother's farm on the Danish island of Bornholm. The...

Sarah, Josh, Ben, and Sheila set out to solve the mystery of Sinclair place. Who killed Arthur Sinclair and what treasures are worth killing for? How do the Nazi's of World War II enter into the equation? Death and tragedy await anyone trying to solve...

Banana Fun Bread is geared for beginning readers, with cheerful rhyming stanzas as its text. Writing that employs rhythm and rhyme to help develop young children's reading abilities. Reading a rhyming book aloud can also be a fun experience for a...

Rosie is excited to finally celebrate her special day!  Everything is just perfect as her friends begin to arrive.  But, things don’t go as she had hoped when she accidentally hurts her best friend, Sarah‘s, feelings while opening...

When Kat Stafford loses her father and mother walks out on her and her brothers, she finds herself in serious trouble, thanks to her middle brother's partying. Luckily, her oldest brother Steve, returns home to take control. But when she starts...

Une jeune citrouille ne sait pas ce qu'elle veut devenir comme adulte. Sa maman veut l'aider à faire des bonnes décisions, et lui demande de faire une liste de choix possibles. La jeune citrouille a commencé à éliminer des possibilités. Mais la réalité...

Spring has arrived-and with it, new beginnings! Amrit seizes the opportunity to talk to her Babaji about his garden. But what starts as a simple conversation between a granddaughter and grandfather becomes a deeper exchange about Babaji's immigration to...

Four-year-old Omi loves the surprises Dad plans for her and her sister Cookie while Mom is at work. They build castles, read stories, and go on adventures. Today they're heading to the park! But a perfect day is interrupted by a bad case of the crankies...

A heart-warming story about a family of lively sisters who learn to overcome their individual struggles and come together to support one another.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of...

This heartwarming story follows the adventures of the four Moffat children who live in a small town in Connecticut during the Great Depression. With humor and charm, author Ethel Daniels Hubbard brings to life the struggles and triumphs of this lovable...

A Christian, faith-based children’s picture book about a birthday gift to a little boy from his aunt. She shows how each memory is a seed planted from the heart that grows with the light of Jesus and God’s love. The family all take part to...

This special book is for all the little ones apart from their families.  Whether you live across the street or around the world, remember your family is just a call away. After you have read every page, pick up the phone and give your loved ones a...

Luis meets his "other" dad in this charming children's story. It presents a loving and open family accepting a new member to their diverse family. Through lively dialog and colorful pictures, children's interest will be piqued as Luis...

Go on an adventurous ride through the wild and delicious world of food truck competition. In their first ever contest, Maddy & Cole, have their heart set on taking home the trophy and the fortune that comes with it. However, winning the...

Из-за Вас - трогательная детская книга о растущих семьях через усыновление. Эта красивая история о семейной любви рассказывается с удивительной полноцветной графикой, которую смогут насладиться даже самые молодые читатели. Продолжайте читать, потому что...

The multiple award winning and best-selling children's book, Cub's Wish, is now being shared in Scegliere il sogno perfetto non è facile. Papà aiuta il suo cucciolo a rendersi conto che i sogni più belli vengono dal...

The summer is over! Twelve-year-old triplets, Brayden, Rebecca, and Jason Hoffman, and their ten-year-old younger sister Maddie have returned from sleepaway camp. Although they are unhappy that school is about to begin, everything changes when they meet...

Jai Jai is a curious little panda cub who lives at the Beary Nice Orphanage. He dreams of having a superhero father and a furever family. Will his dreams come true? Come along with Jai Jai as he discovers that fur is only...

Having Two Dads is double the fun! Many families are different. The family in this story has Two Dads. A beautifully illustrated, affirming story of life with Two Dads, written from the perspective of their adopted child.Two Dads is a book about LGBT...

Do your children complain that you stop them without reason? Do they realize your goal is to keep them safe and provide for their future? Twee' does! Have you ever felt caught between a rock and a hard place? Have you experienced something difficult only...

Bobby Thompson wants to be cursed. And not your everyday, mad-at-your-neighbor jinx, but a big, fat, hairy curse. The kind of curse that will explain away all the bad in his life. When Flyn, his foster home friend, does a tarot card reading, she dubs him...